There’s nothing like an in-house generator to give you peace of mind no matter what kind of weather strikes your home or business.
The in-house generator quietly goes to work when the grid stops functioning, whether for storms, power failures or accidents.
It will keep your home or business fully powered, so everyone is comfortable and safe. And a system with a switch will automatically turn on your generator when the power goes out and automatically turn your generator off when the grid resumes working – providing more safety and efficiency.
Cost
A new standby generator will cost between $5,000 and $15,000, depending on the size of your building, the fuel to be used – natural gas or propane – and other factors.
Then you will need several thousand dollars more to cover the price of installation and government permits.
But you can spread out the cost with financing from the manufacturer or the contractor, so you won’t take a big hit all at once.
Benefits
Imagine a major storm is rumbling outside.
Don’t fret. Your life won’t be interrupted, whether for business or pleasure. No worries about food in the refrigerator decaying or medical equipment failing – a CPAP machine for someone with sleep apnea or an infant who needs breathing assistance.
You won’t have to search for sanctuary in a hotel or friend’s home while the power is out. Instead, you can offer family and friends a welcoming, functional haven for them and their pets.
And you won’t have to worry about the water pipes freezing in frigid storms.
Remember, an in-house system is valuable year-round, whether you need heat or AC to outlast New York’s unpleasant blizzards and summer power failures.
Installation
Your smartest move is to select an experienced electrical contractor who can help you get the best system for your budget.
The best contractor will understand how to obtain permits for building, electricity and gas, and how to efficiently install a concrete pad where the generator will be placed. It’s the contractor’s job to pick up the generator, deliver it and fasten it.
Then the contractor will connect and wire the generator. Be sure he installs an automatic transfer switch, which gives you a worry-free generator.
The contractor should test the system with you and then activate the manufacturer’s warranty, which usually lasts five years or more.
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