How to Choose the Right Power Generator for Your Home

With this article written by our engineers, you will have an idea about purchasing the best generator that will work when your electricity is cut off at home.

When your home suffers an unplanned power outage, you may face a long list of inconveniences and expenses, including spoiled food, frozen pipes, flooded basements, and moldy walls. And when the outage continues for days or weeks, the problem can be much bigger.

A generator is the first line of defense against these problems, but choosing the right product can be difficult. Generator models that you will use in a standard sized home start from approximately $450 and can reach $15,000-20,000.

How do you know which type or size generator is right for your needs? Continue reading our article to find out.

Factors to consider

To determine the size of the generator you need, simply consider the devices you need and add up the watt values. Remember that the electrical devices you use may draw 2-3 times the current at the first start-up.

If you are going to buy a portable generator and you are not on a budget, be prepared to pay more up front for a generator that is quieter and more fuel efficient, priced around 2-3 times higher than conventional generators, and you can potentially save money if you use it often, then inverter See type generators.

If you would like to receive expert advice by phone, you can call us at 0216 312 79 79 or send an e-mail to [email protected].

You can also make calculations by entering your electrical devices in the generator power calculation section of our website.