Choosing A Back-Up Generator For Your Home
A home generator can be useful for backup electricity anywhere there are frequent power outages and the demand is increasing among homeowners. There are a few important items to consider when choosing a generator since they can also be very dangerous if they are not installed or operated properly. Generators range in size, type and price so it is worthwhile to shop around and talk to various distributors and your electrician to determine a unit that will suit your needs.
Typically, the more power required the more costly they are. Smaller, portable generators are great for powering the essentials like the refrigerator and microwave while a permanent standby system can power everything in your home. With most Canadian homes relying on electricity to operate their heating systems, increasingly more homeowners are purchasing generators for their homes. Typically, the lower power and portable units use gasoline, whereas larger units, especially permanent installations, will likely use propane or natural gas.
A major question for homeowners considering a backup generator is choosing between gasoline or propane as well as one of the more convenient fuels, "natural gas". Each source has its own pros and cons but the decision will depend on what a home already has installed. If you live in an area where natural gas is available this would be the best for you since it would be the most convenient and requires less maintenance.
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