Three Considerations To Make When Purchasing An Automatic Standby Generator
Purchasing and installing a Generac residential automatic standby generator for your home is an excellent investment for a variety of reasons, including increased property value, peace of mind, and of course, emergency power during grid outages. Before purchasing an automatic standby generator, there are a few considerations you’ll need to make to ensure that you’re getting the right generator for your home! Below, we’ll discuss three things you should consider when purchasing a home standby generator so you can be sure to get the right generator for your needs. If you have any questions about selecting an automatic standby generator or if you’d like to get a free quote on a Generac generator for your home in Southeastern Massachusetts, please contact our team at RCA Electric & Generators today!
Fuel Type & Source
One consideration you’ll need to make when choosing an automatic standby generator for your home is the type of fuel you want to use and how this fuel will be supplied to the generator. Generac home standby generators are designed to run on one of two fuel types: natural gas or liquid propane. The fuel choice that is right for your home is highly dependent on the fuel source that is currently being used in your home. For instance, if you already have natural gas lines running into your home for your stove, water heater, and other appliances, it makes sense to have your generator run on this same fuel source.
Whole Home or Essential Circuits
Another consideration you’ll need to make when purchasing a residential generator is whether you want the generator to have the capability to power your entire home or just some of your essential appliances when the power goes out. Installing a generator that supplies enough emergency electricity to your home to power every light and appliance is ideal, but it may cost you a bit more. Conversely, you could also choose to install a generator at your home that only supplies enough electricity to power your essential appliances, like your refrigerator, freezer, and sump pump. Regardless of which option you choose, it’s something to consider before making your purchase!
Power Needs & Generator Size
One more consideration to make when purchasing an automatic standby generator is how much power you need it to provide, and therefore, which generator size you’ll need. The generator size that is right for your home is not determined by the square footage of your house, but rather, by your power needs. As mentioned above, some homeowners are only looking to power their essential appliances during grid power outages, while others would like their standby generators to be able to handle their entire electrical load. Here at RCA Electric & Generators, our team will be here to provide you with a recommendation on which generator size is right for you based on your needs!
Contact RCA Electric & Generators
If you have any questions about residential automatic standby generators or would like to get a free quote on an installation of a Generac generator for your home in Southeastern Massachusetts, please contact our team at RCA Electric & Generators today! Give us a call at (508) 428-0449 or fill out the contact form on our website, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible!