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Best Generator for Your Home During Power Outage<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The best generator for your home is the one that is right for you. The key considerations are the power requirements of your house, noise level, fuel type, etc. So if you keep these and other variables in mind, you\u2019ll purchase a generator that will provide ample power when a natural disaster strikes your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the 2021 blackout tracker, more than 1.2 billion hours of power outages <\/strong>were recorded in the United States, a 73%<\/strong> rise from 2019<\/strong>. The data also revealed that California was the most affected state, with Texas ranking second, followed by New York. Interestingly, these states have been on the top list of power outages in the past five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So it’s no wonder that many US homes have generators. In this article, RG Electrical services<\/a><\/strong> brings its expertise to help you choose the best generator for your home. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Standby and Whole House Generator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During any power outage, standby and whole-house generators allow you to keep lights on, use appliances and HVAC systems throughout the house. You have to look at the following features when selecting the generator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Needed Wattage Power<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Generators are sold by size or power output, measured in watts. To determine the right size for your home, see how many appliances you use. Some are low-draw electronics, while others, such as heaters, ACs, and refrigerators, consume the most electricity in the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each of your electronic appliances has a label with wattage information. You can sum up the wattages and multiply the total watts by at least 1.5. What you get should be the power requirement of your home. However, this may not be an accurate estimate. We advise that you double-check with your power company to determine the exact wattage your home uses for a better decision.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An average house in the US consumes about 5000-7000 watts<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Models That Provide Quietness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The general perception is that generators are very noisy, especially when they run on gasoline and diesel. And this is true as one of the drawbacks of the standby generators is their noise. Typically, the more the size of the generator, the larger noise it produces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So what can you do if you are too sensitive to noise? Perhaps you can survive a power outage with a smaller generator that will be less noisy. Some of our clients even don’t utilize the full power of their whole-home generators. If so, why not calculate your maximum wattage and buy the unit that produces just enough power you need during rolling brownouts. What if you can do without a dishwasher, hairdryer, and clothes dryer? Then your best bet would be a low-noise inverter generator or portable power station. The latter doesn’t have an engine, and this is why it’s extremely quiet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Options for Natural Gas and Propane<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most home generators are fueled by diesel, gasoline, natural gas, and propane. However, the best options are natural gas and propane. Although there are many advantages to diesel, such as winter diesel, efficient power output, fuel efficiency, low burning temperature, it produces toxic emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A good alternative is a generator that runs on natural gas or propane. Unlike gasoline or diesel, natural gas produces lower emissions and is very durable. A natural gas generator is a perfect fit for people living in warm climates like in Los Angeles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Propane as natural gas is a clean-burning fuel and boasts a long-lasting performance. So both propane and natural gas generators are excellent choices for homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Models That Kick On Automatically<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When selecting the best generator for your home, look for the one that can automatically start at power failure. Many propane units have a Wi-Fi system built in them that enables users to track the generator’s status on a mobile application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Models With Self-Diagnostic Test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

New generation generators have a backup self-testing feature that detects possible issues. The automatic test is done within 10-15 minutes. So what exactly can it reveal?<\/p>\n\n\n\n