Preparing Home Electricity For Toronto Winters
Preparing Your Home’s Electricity for the Brutal Winters in Toronto It’s a fact of life in one of Canada’s greatest cities that the greater Toronto area is notorious for extreme winter weather. Although the temperatures in Toronto in winter are actually milder on average than in many other Canadian cities, the wind off the Great […]
How Long Can Backup Generators Run Continuously?
Backup generators are designed to keep your power running during long outages, which in itself raises a couple of obvious questions: how long a backup generator can really go on functioning continually before it needs to shut down and the specifics of how a generator’s ongoing protection for your power really works. Here, we’ll go […]
Diesel vs Dual Fuel Backup Generators (Natural Gas/LP) | Which is Better?
The whole point of being at home is having a space where you feel untouchable — a sanctuary away from the rest of the world where you make the rules and set the boundaries. Relaxing, working, bathing, entertaining and enjoying the company of loved ones in comfort require one thing: electricity. Without power, it’s cold, […]
Differences Between a Residential and Commercial Generator
Currently, Ontario experiences more power outages than any other location in Canada. The number and frequency of critical power outages in Ontario increases every year. Factors such as an aging power grid, increased demands in very warm or very hot weather and severe storms caused by climate change increasingly come into play. Whether you […]
How to Pick The Right kW Size Generator For Your Home
When experiencing a bout of bad weather, most of us have the same thought: “I hope there isn’t a power outage.” Not only are power outages inconvenient, but they can be expensive. According to the Galvin Electricity Initiative, blackouts cost approximately $150 billion a year due to spoiled food, damaged equipment and decreased productivity. That’s […]
Why Generator Maintenance is Important to The Health of Your Backup Generator
As standby generator technicians, we get asked all the time why it’s important to conduct maintenance in regular intervals on backup generators. There are numerous reasons we’ll cover in the article but let’s start with engine oil. Engine Oil Most people don’t know that engine oil degrades with time even if the engine doesn’t run […]
Assessing Your Own Property For a Standby Generator
So frequently a homeowner doesn’t persist with getting a quote on a home standby generator because they feel their home is not a good fit. They have been told there is no place for the generator, or their gas and electrical meters are on opposite sides of the home making an installation impossible. Some have […]
Do Backup Generators Help With Solar Power?
Power outages are incredibly frustrating, whether you’re a homeowner or a business operator. If you’ve got an automatic backup generator from Generac and you’re wondering if you can use it with a solar energy system — or the other way around — you’ve come to the right place. Read on to find out more about […]
How Long Do Backup Generators Last? | Backup Generators Lifespan
Because power generators are designed for infrequent and intermittent service, backup generators will often last over 30 years. The exact lifespan depends on how often the generator runs, the quality of the generator and whether it receives regular servicing. As the leader in automatic standby generators, Generac builds generators of the highest quality with a […]
Why Generac Is The #1 Choice for Backup Generators in Ontario
Ontario’s weather can be unpredictable, with harsh winters, frequent storms, and occasional power outages that can leave homes in the dark. The need for a reliable backup power solution has never been more critical. Generac generators stand out as the top choice for homeowners in Ontario, thanks to their robust performance and dependability. Designed to […]
How You Can Spot Trouble on the Horizon with Your Current Standby Generator
When your backup standby generator doesn’t work properly, you need to have it looked at right away. Normally, it’s supposed to test itself weekly, start up and run smoothly and generate the rated voltage at the correct Hertz. If it doesn’t do these things, it’s worse than not having a generator at all because you’re […]
How to Pick The Perfect Backup Generator For Your Home
Like any other decision about purchasing home appliances, choosing the best backup generator for your home, might be challenging. Unfortunately, the grid just can’t be relied upon 100% of the time. Storms and other potential threats make a backup generator an absolute must-have for most homes in Canada. No matter where you live or how […]
Cost of Installing an Automatic Backup Generator for Your Home
How Much Does a Backup Generator Cost? Generac backup generators are an essential piece of equipment for every household. They protect you and your home in case of a power outage by sensing when the power cuts out and initiating an independent energy source. This means that you can still enjoy a lovely warm bath, […]
Why a Backup Generator Needs to be Your #1 Priority For Your Home
Why You Should Consider a Backup Generator? There has been a lot of talk in recent years about the vulnerable state of the Canadian power grid. With technology more crucial to our lives than ever before, how are you making sure your work, personal and family life are protected from the random threat of a […]
Why Choose a Home Standby Generator & Automatic Transfer Switch Over a Portable Generator and Manual Transfer Switch
As a Generator installer I frequently get asked why one should choose the home standby generator option, when a portable generator is available for less money? After all, manufacturers produce portable units today that can power up the essentials, and both produce electricity right? Power from a portable is the same as power from a […]
Home Standby Generator Installation Myths & Truths – Natural Gas or Liquid Propane Gas Component
As an installation professional and certified Generac sales and service dealer I get asked a lot of questions. When providing quotations, potential clients often request that we “just tie into the BBQ line” to fuel the generator. Or to utilize the pipe feeding the pool heater or the garage heater. The Nightmare of an Improper […]