Why Should I Own a Propane Whole House Generator?

Severe weather can strike at any moment here in Central Massachusetts, especially during spring storm season – and with that severe weather can come inconvenient or even dangerous power outages.

One of the best ways to combat the uncertainty of severe weather and its consequences is by investing in a whole house backup generator – a powerful bit of home comfort equipment for your peace of mind.

Your propane whole house generator: How it works and key benefits

Powered by propane and connected to your home’s electrical and HVAC systems, a backup generator (sometimes called an emergency generator) looks like a central air conditioning unit with a cap on it. The generator powers up automatically within about 30 seconds after an outage, allowing a seamless transition to backup power.

The benefits of a backup generator go far beyond simply keeping the lights on. Depending on the size of the unit, a propane whole house generator could:

• Protect your property – Keeping your sump pump working during a power outage could prevent hundreds or even thousands of dollars in flood damage.
• Protect your health – If someone in your home relies on powered medical equipment, an emergency generator can literally be a lifesaver.
• Preserve your food – A power outage can spoil hundreds of dollars worth of food in as little as a day or two.
• Keep your valuables safe – An backup generator will keep your alarms working to protect your valuables.
• Keep you connected – Battery operated radios, laptops, tablets and cell phones will eventually need to be recharged; a backup generator can help you stay informed and connected to friends, family, and emergency services during an outage.
• Keep you comfortable – A backup generator could be sized to power your AC or heating equipment, keeping you comfortable and preventing costly damage due to mold, frozen pipes, and more.

Already have a propane backup generator? Make sure it’s filled up and ready for spring storm season. Contact us to schedule a propane delivery for your backup generator today.

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