In the event of a disaster, prolonged power outages can be devastating. To prepare for major storms and power failures, invest in a home generator that will automatically provide power in those critical times.
In the event of a disaster, prolonged power outages can be devastating. To prepare for major storms and power failures, invest in a home generator that will automatically provide power in those critical times.
Reliant gives you access to industry-leading backup generators from Generac®. These permanently installed generators switch on within seconds of a power outage so you can make it safely through a storm or other emergency.
When you choose a home generator, you'll not only be able to keep the lights on, but also run major appliances during an outage. With extended warranties, it’s never been easier or more affordable to power your entire home with a backup generator.
Request a free in-home assessment, and a specialist will help you determine the best generator for your needs and budget.
Generac® is one of the leading manufacturers of home backup generators in the U.S., with the widest range of residential, commercial and industrial generators in the marketplace.
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A concrete slab will be poured, similar to what an outside air conditioning unit sits on.
A licensed plumber and electrician will run piping and wiring to connect the generator to the gas and electrical meters. Sometimes these are below ground; sometimes they are attached to the house.
All work is completed to comply with building code standards.
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The size you need depends on several factors, which a Reliant representative will evaluate and discuss with you. Before your appointment, decide if you want your entire house to have electricity during an outage or if you only want to power specific areas or appliances. The more items you want to power, the more powerful your generator will need to be.
In general, 10kW to 14kW are enough to run survival appliances (refrigerator, HVAC, sump pump and some lights). A 15kW to 20kW generator can run a small home (no air conditioning), and 21kW to 25kW can run a small to medium-sized home, with the higher kW generators able to support an air conditioning system.
Absolutely. An Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) handles the entire operation of the generator back-up of your home. It starts the generator, then transfers your house, or selected loads, to the generator as the source of power; then, back to the power company when the service is restored.
If you choose to transfer your circuits or home manually to a whole home generator, the entire sequence of operation will fall on you. In situations where you are not home, or there are people in the home that cannot perform the necessary steps to run the generator, there will be no power available.
It does add additional cost to the installation of the generator, but the peace of mind provided may be what your situation needs. A discussion with your salesman or technician about this can provide you with the best information to make your decision.
Just like any piece of machinery, generators require maintenance to ensure proper operation when the power goes out. Most manufacturers recommend changing the oil and oil filter once a year or every 100 hours, as well as inspecting the battery, air filter, and condition of the generator in general. The Owners Manual that came with your generator can provide specific instructions for your particular unit.
If you live in a region where extended outages occur, you may need to keep spare oil and oil filters on hand for servicing your generator.
Be sure to reach out to your generator salesman or technician for maintenance services and replacement parts you might need for your generator in order to ensure it runs properly and extend the life of your generator.
Home standby generators are designed to perform a test run anywhere from once a week to once a month, depending on the manufacturer, to ensure proper operation. Your generator salesman or technician can instruct you in performing a test transfer of your particular system. If you notice anything unusual when the generator is performing its weekly run, or while you are testing it, call your technician and have it inspected.
The cost varies due to several factors:
We will send out a licensed plumber or electrician to walk you through all of your options and provide a final estimate.