Top Home Standby Power Generators

As every Floridian during hurricane seasons knows a generator can offer a convenient source of backup power to your home in case of power outages or emergencies. They also make a great portable source of power when camping as well. Endless reasons I can think of to have a generator, but really they are for the reasons you can’t think of.  Hash-tag zombie apocalypse.

There are some important factors to consider when purchasing and using a generator. Do you want gas-, propane- or solar-powered? Dual fuel options? Permanent or portable? If you want a portable unit, does it come with a wheel kit? Electric start or manual (recoil)? How many, and what types of outlets do you need? uhggg so many options, what to do? Chill down my readers, ill help you out.

You’ll need to determine your family’s power requirements in order to determine which level of wattage on your generator is suitable. If you plan on running electronic devices such as cell phones and laptops off your generator, you’ll want to invest in one with inverter technology for ‘clean’ power that runs without surges that could fry the components.

Briggs and Stratton

Briggs and Stratton Corporation, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, focuses on providing power to get work done and make people’s lives better. After more than 100 years of power expertise, Briggs and Stratton claims worldwide renown for their engines and products that use their engines. Four out of five homes across the country use at least one tool or appliance with a Briggs and Stratton Engine, including Briggs and Stratton Home Backup Generators.

The Briggs and Stratton 5-5-5 industry-leading warranty covers parts, labor, and travel for a full five years. Other manufacturers only cover parts for the entire 5-year warranty. Briggs and Stratton manufactures standby generators in five power capacities ranging from 8 kilowatts to 20 kilowatts with different automatic transfer switch configurations to fit the needs of virtually any home.

With a load of key features like, Commercial-grade Vanguard Engines for reliable operation and extended run times. Unique Airflow technology pushes exhaust away from the building and makes the unit up to 50% quieter than most portable generators. This is very crucial and unique. I cant tell you how many people ive seen get carbon dioxide poisoning for having there generator next to their ac unit. Symphony II Power Management balances power between high and low wattage loads including central air conditioners. Superior U.S. Based Briggs and Stratton Customer Care Representatives.
most importantly Quality, clean power safely power electronics and appliances.

Generac

A permanently installed Generac home backup generator protects your home automatically. It runs on natural gas or liquid propane (LP) fuel, and sits outside just like a central air conditioning unit. A home backup generator delivers power directly to your home’s electrical system, backing up your entire home or just the most essential items.

You also get Mobile Link™ Remote Monitoring FREE with every Guardian Series Home Standby Generator. Allows you to monitor the status of your generator from anywhere in the world using a smartphone, tablet, or PC. Easily access information, such as the current operating status and maintenance alerts. With Mobile Link, you are taken care of before the next power outage.

Another option I like with theses is refueling not necessary but can be done. Your Generac home backup generator runs on your existing natural gas or LP fuel supply. Save the gas cans for your other outdoor power equipment.

Champion

Champion Power Equipment is a market leader in power generation equipment with years of experience providing dependable, durable power products designed and engineered for in the U.S. for North American and global generator markets. Since 2003, Champion has earned a reputation for designing the finest power equipment with facilities in the United States and Canada with more than 2.5 million generators sold in America.

The Champion 8.5-Kilowatt 100174 Home Standby Generator with 8-Circuit NEMA 1 Automatic Transfer Switch won a Consumer Reports “Best Buy” Rating compared to similar home backup generator brands. Champion Standby Generators come with a 10-year limited consumer warranty. Popular Champion Models include the Champion 14-kilowatt 100294 Home Standby Generator with 200-Amp Whole House Automatic Transfer Switch.

Champion boast tons of features, like Demand Control Intelligent Load Management. This divides a home into prioritized zones and manages designated non-vital circuits to allow priority circuits to start and run. When demand returns to normal, the load manager restores the non-vital circuits. champion milwaukee series overhead valve commercial engines for durable, reliable power when outages stretch into days and weeks. Two-battery, 24-volt starting system, the most powerful in the industry, provides fast, reliable starts in all types of weather down to -22o. Add in their 1010-Year Warranty – double the length of most manufacturers standard industry warranty and all-weather steel enclosure and mounting pad for operation in any weather, including hurricanes. You got a baller and complete home backup generator