EMERGENCY STANDBY GENERATORS
Power outages happen at the times when you most need power, such as during periods of flooding or winter storms. A standby generator protects you and your family during an outage, restoring electricity within 60 seconds to your home’s vital systems, including heating and air conditioning, refrigeration, lighting, medical equipment, sump pumps, and security. The loss of any of these systems for even a few hours can have dangerous and expensive consequences.
TOTAL Residential has chosen to provide standby generators by Wisconsin-based Generac Power Systems. Generac manufactures a complete line of the highest-quality standby generators for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
If you are interested in learning more about standby generators, please call us at 262-523-2510 or complete the form below. Our expert technicians can help you select the right unit based on your home’s size and your emergency power needs.
Frequently asked questions:
Why is a standby generator better than a portable generator?
- A standby generator starts automatically within seconds of a power outage, and eliminates the need to haul a portable generator outside or run extension cords throughout your home.
- A standby generator provides protection 24/7, whether you’re home or away, and it turns itself off when utility power returns, so there is no need to monitor the unit during an outage.
- A standby generator runs off your home’s natural gas or LP propane fuel supply, which is less expensive than gasoline and does not need to be refilled.
- With an automatic standby generator properly installed outside, your home is protected from deadly carbon monoxide poisoning that is a much greater risk with portable generators.
Does a standby generator require maintenance?
- Yes, simple maintenance is required. All generators require periodic oil and filter changes to ensure maximum performance for years of reliable service. Preventative maintenance kits are available, and TOTAL Residential offers affordable annual maintenance contracts for a worry-free ownership experience.
How long does installation take?
- TOTAL Residential’s skilled technicians can usually install a standby generator in one day.
How big is a standby generator?
- A typical residential unit is approximately two feet wide by four feet long and two to three feet tall.
What is the cost?
- The installed cost of a standby generator depends on the size of your home and the number of electrical systems the generator needs to support. Please call us at 262-523-2510 or complete the form below to request a free estimate.