Power outages are a threat to all homeowners. No one is comfortable when their electricity goes out. Unfortunately, in the power of nature, anything can happen. 

Home generators may be an excellent investment for homeowners looking to be prepared in power-outage situations. Follow along as the experts at Advanced Generator Solutions go over all you need to know about home generators. 

What is a Home Generator?

Home generators are appliances that supply your home with electricity when you lose power. Generators are used in extreme weather conditions, severe rainstorms, or sudden power outages, not due to weather. 

Generators do not create electricity; instead, they take energy from another source and generate it into electricity. The most common fuel sources are gasoline and propane. 

Types of Generators 

Different generator types are used for different purposes and needs. 

• Portable Generators: Portable generators allow homeowners to be flexible with generator use and location. They are typically designed with wheels, allowing easy transportation to the generator’s needs. You can also take these generators away if necessary, like on camping trips. 

• Inverter Generators: Inverter generators are also small and portable. Of the generator types, they are the quietest when they run and produce lesser emissions than portable generators.

• Standby Generators: Standby generators are a permanent backup power source at your home. They are installed at your home or business and turn on automatically to produce electricity once it senses a power outage. 

What to Consider

When looking for generator installation for your home, there are a few things to consider when choosing what type of generator would be best for your needs. 

• Uses: Determine precisely what it is that you will be needing your generator for the most. For example, standby generators would be the best choice to power your home during electricity outages. If you want a generator that can be mobile for your camping trips or family parties, portable generators could be the best option. 

• Fuel Source: As discussed above, generators run on different fuel sources. Be sure to determine what fuel source is available to you and which generators can run on that fuel. 
• Budget: Many factors determine the price of generators. Type, size, fuel source, and wattage all determine the pricing of generators. 

Professional Help

If you are considering a generator for your home, reach out to the expert team at Advanced Generator Solutions! We have been providing generator advice, installation, and maintenance for homeowners for over thirty years. We are Generac-Certified and use only the best generators available in the industry. Call us today or fill out our online contact form for more information!