Generators 101 (Part Two)

12/28/2020 (Permalink)

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Part Two: What are the Pro's and Cons?  

Still not sure if your home would benefit from a generator?  Below are the pros and cons to consider before buying a generator

Pros

Maintaining essential equipment during a power outage, including medical equipment and communication devices

Keeping your home temperature comfortable, especially during the winter if you live in a lower temperature area

Keeping food refrigerated, potentially saving thousand of dollars in food loss

Cons

They need fuel

Portable generators are generally powered by gasoline, so you need to have a decent amount of gasoline in storage ready to use in the case of a power blackout.

But then you also need to consider that gasoline does not last forever. It goes bad (or stale) and needs to be changed over at regular intervals

They are noisy and give off fumes

Generators are not quiet, nor do they put out sweet smelling fresh air!

Keep this in mind when deciding where you might place your generator to power your house or essential equipment. Keep it away from open windows and away from sleeping areas.

There are some models of generator that are quieter than others, so if this is a factor for you be sure to do your research.

Generators Need Maintenance

For most people, generators are devices that are rarely used – which means for extended periods of time without being started up. It is recommended that you start your generator every 3 months and let it run for about 20 minutes.

Generators also require the same maintenance that any motor does, and it is recommended that this is done by a qualified professional.