Reasons to Consider a Standby Generator for Your Home - Part 1 of 4

Why Choose a Standby Generator?

For those of us that have 24/7 access to electricity, we take it for granted. That’s why so many people feel powerless during a power outage.

Even if you can handle a few days without electricity, there’s no reason why you should have to. Losing the use of your appliances for too long can rack up major expenses, and you could lose access to important communication channels that you could need in the case of an emergency.

Investing in a standby generator will help avoid discomfort, household damage, and unexpected expenses that can happen when your power goes out. A whole-home standby generator will kick on when you need it so you can keep the essentials functioning.

Portable vs Standby Generator
There are two different types of generators that you can utilize during a power outage or when there’s a lack of electricity. You can choose to invest in a portable generator or a standby generator. Which one you choose will depend on exactly what situations you plan to use it for, which devices you need to power and the amount of space and money you have.

A portable generator is a small power supply that usually runs on a rechargeable battery or fuel. Depending on your budget and what devices you want to power, whole-home generators come in different models and sizes.

The main difference between a portable generator and a standby generator is that a portable generator isn’t a permanent fixture of the building and must be manually set up for each use. Standby generators are installed so that they can automatically turn on in the case of a power outage to power the devices they are connected to.

Standby generators run on fuel, so you should always keep some handy in the event of an unexpected outage.

Portable generators are the best option for people who are not allowed to install standby generators because they don’t own the building. They’re also more affordable, although they aren’t always as powerful or convenient.

Why a Standby Generator Is Better
In most cases, investing in a standby generator has the most benefits. A home backup generator offers improved safety and security as well as convenience and efficiency. Another benefit is it saves you money in the long run if you own a home and often leave for hours at a time.

Standby Generators Are Safer
Portable generators often use fuel, and you must keep them nearby enough to connect to your essential appliances. Unfortunately, this means releasing fumes close to where you’re living. By running portable generators inside your home, you risk carbon monoxide buildup that could cause health issues.

Standby generators, on the other hand, do not release fumes in the same volume as portable generators. They also are kept outside the home so that there is no buildup of fumes in your living space. Instead of you having to add fuel, they hook up to your existing fuel supply, such as your natural gas line.

Also, having a standby generator as backup power for your home is a lot safer than going without – it will help you keep the lights on to avoid hurting yourself in the dark.

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