Residential Generators

From the most basic backup for a summer home to a comprehensive power source for a luxury home, one of our systems is right for you.

Many remote homes use these generators tied into large fuel tanks that are occasionally filled by a truck bringing an end to constant hauling in of fuel. For on-grid folks, by using an inveter, generators will automatically power your essential loads in the event of a power outage.

There’s a solution that fits your particular power needs. All standby generators require a Diesel, Natural gas or LP connection. Connected to a large fuel source, these generators use a 2-wire automatic start for integration with inverters to put an end those walks to constantly re-fuel and start your generator. They are encased in a attractive, durable enclosure for outdoor operation and extremely quiet operation, you can easily talk to someone else standing beside the unit.

The generator’s job is to generate power when it’s told to; those instructions come from Inverters automatic transfer switch. Within seconds of a power event or low battery the transfer switch takes your home off of its main power supply and “transfers” it to the auxiliary power provided by the standby generator. The distribution panel then distributes that power to the preselected appliances and lights that you’ve designated for emergency use .

What type of fuel is best?

This depends on many factors - shelf life, cost, storage location, availability, etc.

LP (PROPANE):
Advantages

• Long shelf life
• Clean burning
• Easily stored in both large tanks or in smaller 5-10 gallon cylinders
• Obtainable during power outages - gas stations may be unable to pump other fuels during an area wide outage but, LP tanks are usually stocked full
• Home delivery available for larger tanks is commonplace

Disadvantages

• Pressurized cylinder of flammable gas
• Fuel system is more complicated (increased possibility of failure)
• Larger tanks are not aesthetically pleasing (unsightly)
• Fuel systems plumbing results in higher installation cost
• Some local ordinances prohibit the use of high pressure LP in residential applications

NATURAL GAS:
Advantages

• Usually unlimited fuel source - refueling not necessary
• Clean burning
• Almost always available during power outages
• No unsightly tank required

Disadvantages

• May be unavailable during natural disasters (earthquakes, etc.)
• Lower power output (30% less BTU's per unit than gasoline)
• Larger tanks are not aesthetically pleasing (unsightly)
• Fuel system plumbing results in higher installation cost
• Not available in many areas

DIESEL:
Advantages

• Least flammable fuel source
• Clean burning
• Easily obtained
• On site fuel delivery available
• High BTU output fuel

Disadvantages

• 18-24 month shelf life
• Lower power output (30% less BTU?s per unit than gasoline)
• Installing large storage tanks raises cost of system
• May not be available during power outages
• Unpleasant smell