STANDBY GENERATOR
MANNS Electric Corp sells, installs and maintains standby generators for both homes and businesses throughout the Tampa Bay area. We are licensed and bonded electricians who specialize in many brands of standby generators. In addition to our experience, we also can offer you financing for purchasing a standby generator for your home or business.
WHAT IS A STANDBY GENERATOR?
A standby generator is a device that supplies power to your entire home or business when the electricity goes out. It is installed outside of your home or business, connected to a natural gas or liquid propane fuel tank, and equipped with a transfer switch.
It can supply your entire house with power for hours or days depending on the model and wattage. It can also run your air conditioning unit and other electrical appliances during a power outage, keeping you comfortable and saving on energy bills.
You can choose a whole home generator with a larger fuel tank that will provide longer runtimes. Some models can even last for weeks or more without having to be refueled. The wattage of the generator can vary according to the size and type of your home or business, so it is important to check the manufacturer’s instructions for more information.
HEAVY DUTY EQUIPMENT
If you have a lot of heavy-duty equipment, like your HVAC system, you may need a more powerful standby generator. These units can provide up to 24,000 watts of power, which is enough to keep your entire home comfortable and running without compromising your safety.
Having a backup generator on hand is also essential for keeping medical equipment, like ventilators, CPAP machines, and wheelchair lifts running during a power outage. In some cases, people who rely on these devices could die or be disabled due to a lack of power.
STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICE FREQUENCY
It is a good idea to have a standby generator serviced about twice a year, including changing oil and filters. This will ensure the generator can start and run reliably when needed and is also a great way to avoid costly repairs or replacements in the event of a disaster.
PROTECTION FROM STORMS
Some whole home standby generators can be programmed to automatically turn on when the power goes out and then shut off automatically when the power comes back. This feature can save you time and hassle, especially if you have elderly family members who aren’t able to manage their own devices during a power outage.
Many standby generators have full overload protection that keeps them safe and reliable during power outages. In the event that a load exceeds the generator’s capability, its circuit breaker will trip and disconnect it from your home’s wiring. This prevents the load from causing other parts of your house to burn down or become damaged.
A whole-home standby generator can also help to protect your property in the event of a storm or other major natural disaster, as it can be used to run your water pumps and sump pump and help to prevent your home or business from becoming flooded during an outage. This is especially true in regions that are prone to flooding and storms.
Whether you are a homeowner or business owner, a standby generator is an investment that will pay for itself over time. If you live in an area where there are more frequent power outages, or if you have elderly family members who depend on medical equipment for their health, having a standby generator installed is a smart investment.
INSTALLING A STANDBY GENERATOR
A standby generator is an essential home or business emergency power backup system that automatically activates when a major power outage occurs. A properly installed generator can provide a variety of essential services for your home, including keeping lights on, supplying electricity to important systems such as refrigerators and air conditioning units and even protecting your security system.
What to Consider When Selecting a Standby Generator
Before you decide to install a standby generator, it is important to consider your home’s or businesses needs and budget. There are a wide range of standby generators available, from small portable generators that can power a few light fixtures and receptacles to larger, whole-house, or multi-generator standby generators that back up the entire house and supply electricity to all critical systems.
Choosing a Proper Standby Generator
A large generator will take up more space than a small one, so be sure to choose one that matches the size of your home or business and can meet your specific power requirements. You can estimate the total kilowatts (kW) needed by using a simple power sizing calculator on the manufacturer’s website.
Installation Procedures
Once you have decided on a standby generator, your next step is to find a qualified electrician to install it for you. That is where MANNS Electric Corp comes in! Our electricians have a good reputation and plenty of satisfied customers. We can acquire permits, install your generator in accordance with local building codes, and pass final inspections.
When the generator is in place, the technician will attach a fuel line to it, and the whole thing should be inspected by your local fire department and building inspector. Once the inspector signs off, the generator will be ready for activation.
UPS SYSTEMS
An uninterruptable power supply (UPS) is a device that supplies emergency backup power to electrical devices when mains power fails. These supplies are used in data centers to ensure that essential components, such as servers and routers, remain operational until petrol or diesel generators have time to kick in.
UPS’s provide a safe and controlled power environment until normal power is restored or the system can be shut down properly. They also help protect data against corrupted files and provide surge protection when power fluctuates outside safe levels.
BATTERY BACKUP SYSTEMS
A battery backup is a device that allows your computer or other devices to use power when the mains electricity is not working. These devices help to prevent brownouts and surges from disrupting your work, which can lead to lost data and ruined productivity.
A UPS filters power so that the devices plugged into it gain steady, consistent power even when there are brownouts, flickering power, and power surges. A battery backup does not filter the power and simply switches to the battery when there is a loss of electricity.
Depending on the model, a battery backup can protect your computer, your wireless network, gaming consoles, and more. It also guards against voltage spikes/surges, frequency noise/variation, harmonic distortion, and other disturbances.
Why You Should Consider a Battery Backup
If your home or business is prone to power outages, you may want to consider a battery backup to keep your electronics from going offline when the power is out. Losing power can cause serious issues with your computer, home Wi-Fi network, and other devices.
This makes them ideal for businesses and individuals with sensitive or expensive equipment that could be fried if an outage occurred. A true UPS is often a bit more expensive than a standard battery backup, but it is well worth the price tag if you have a lot of sensitive electronics that you need to back up.
WHICH ONE SHOULD I GET?
The main difference between a battery backup and a generator is the amount of power they can produce. A battery backup can produce a few kilowatts, while generators can be quite powerful, producing a few thousand watts of power.
Batteries are an excellent choice for homeowners because they come in a variety of sizes and have a wide range of prices, from inexpensive to high-end. They are also stackable, so they can be combined to provide more storage space if needed.