Learn About Home Generators from the Experts at Heritage
Do You Need a Whole Home Generator?
In Maine’s rugged and unpredictable climate, where storms can leave residents without power for days, more than portable generators or battery backups might be required, especially for homes requiring continuous power for medical devices or overall well-being.
A whole-home standby generator, capable of connecting to an existing natural gas line or propane tanks, offers a robust solution. It powers your home effortlessly and automatically, ensuring you and your family stay comfortable and safe, even during extended outages.
What Fuels Can Generators Use?
For Generac’s generator installations, the options are narrowed down to natural gas or liquid propane, allowing for customization according to the availability and preferences at the installation site. This choice is vital for maintaining a reliable power source during outages. It’s recognized that gasoline, diesel, propane, and natural gas are the primary fuels for generators, each affecting how long and efficiently a generator operates. The type of fuel impacts the generator’s runtime and factors into considerations like storage, cost, and environmental impact.
How Often Does a Whole Home Generator Need Maintenance?
Just because your generator sits quietly for most of the year doesn’t mean it can skip its annual check-up. Think of it as an athlete in training, constantly gearing up in the background, ready to sprint into action the moment a power outage hits. This low-profile workhorse must undergo test runs throughout the year, ensuring it’s in tip-top shape and skipping its yearly inspection. These check-ups aren’t just fluff; they’re essential for spotting potential issues early on, swapping out any parts teetering on the edge of failure, and ensuring it lives a long and productive life.
