What factors determine the best generator for home use?

In one way, we are never ready for a storm or any other natural disasters. We have all experienced power outages during these situations, and we have had enough! We no longer want to live in the Arctic or the Sahara Desert, depending on what our home turn to after the storm. We want to take control of the household appliances back, and there is nothing better than home generators to give us that control back.

An emergency portable generator is one of the better ways to fight unprecedented blackouts. However, any random generator model might not be enough to power all the lights, the refrigerator, air conditioner (or HVAC), and the other appliances. Additionally, some models will require you to drive over to the gas station multiple times a week for refills. Some produce carbon monoxide, and they will need you to wait for the rain to stop so you can place them in the lawn or yard.

How to choose the best generator for home?

It is imperative for you to find the best home generator for your convenience and your family’s safety. Investing in the best standby generator model can be beneficial for you and your home in many ways.

  • Safety – standby generators cut through the tangles of power cords and gasoline. They reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shocks, and fire risks. They can give your safe and comfortable indoor temperatures, and provide emergency power to medical devices.

 

  • Value – the standby generator is going to be a lucrative investment for all families. Every time the power goes out, no one has to scramble for candles and torchlights. The power will come back on immediately without compromising the function of the appliances sensitive to fluctuations.

 

  • Convenience – while you are away on vacation, you will never have to worry about your refrigerator, freezer, and air conditioner. Your entire home will remain safe and secure irrespective of the storm raging outside.

 

  • Fuel – you can pick natural-gas or diesel operated engines, or you can go with alternative fuels like propane that have lower emission levels than the conventional ones. The choice of your generator will depend upon the fuel type you pick for the generator.

 

  • Power need – every household has a different power requirement. Check your home appliances, lights, and fans to find out how much energy your house consumes per day. Your HVAC consumers the lion’s share of the power at home, so decide if you want your standby generator to power that as well. Depending on your decision, pick a model that can satiate all power requirements of your home.

 

  • Size – another important factor you need to check is the size of the generator. Your requirement will determine its size. For example – if you want to run your HVAC, your generator will be of comparable size. To find out the perfect fit check the AC’s data plate. It should have the capacity in BTUs or Tons.

Picking a generator is a huge responsibility, but it does not have to be a daunting process. Some models even offer Wi-Fi facilities for homeowners, to enhance control over their standby generators.