Generators for Every Situation

Portable generators are smaller, mobile units that can be manually moved and connected to your home or specific appliances during an outage. Most portable generators run on gasoline or diesel fuel. They’re a versatile and cost-effective tool to keep handy for emergency situations as they can typically power both small and large items.

Standby generators are permanently installed and connected to your homes electrical system. They’re built to automatically provide power during an outage. They run on natural gas or propane and offer peace of mind knowing you’ll have power during a bad storm or random outage. These are common in areas where power is regularly interrupted. While more expensive than portable generators, standby generators provide seamless, hands-free operation, making them more convenient but generally more expensive to install and maintain.

• Portable Generators
• Standby Generators

A transfer switch safely connects a generator to your home’s electrical system which allows you to switch from utility power to generator power during an outage. It isolates the circuits you want to power, preventing backfeeding, which can be dangerous for utility workers and your home’s electrical infrastructure.

Manual transfer switches require you to manually toggle the power source. Automatic transfer switches detect power loss and switch to generator power automatically, offering greater convenience. Installing a transfer switch ensures a smooth and safe transition between power sources, making it a critical component for both portable and standby generator systems.

• Transfer Switches