Whole House Standby Generator Cost
STANDBY GENERATOR COST: WHAT AFFECTS IT
The factors that influence the cost of a standby generator are:
- The size of your home
- How much of your electrical draw do you want to replace
- Your current electrical wiring and set- up in your house
- The fuel for the generator
- How long the generator is designed to run for
That means prices could range from $6,000 to $19,000. There is an option for your budget. Don’t trust inaccurate online home generator cost calculators. We’ll come to your home, discuss your energy needs, and provide you with an accurate, customized estimate for free. Paired with our professional installation services and ongoing maintenance plans, we make owning a whole home generator incredibly easy. Request your free estimate today!
THE TRUE COSTS OF LOSING POWER WITHOUT A HOME GENERATOR
Power outages are increasingly dramatic in the United States. In fact, the five year annual average, has doubled every five years when it is calculated. So as you are calculating how much you will use your home generator, consider strongly that power outages here in Connecticut and New York are increasing due to: an aging power grid, more homes and more extreme weather events. Without a standby home generator, what are the costs you are facing?
Don't Lose Your Food Due to Lack of Power
Without a standby home generator, costs from spoiled food add up fast. On average, for homeowners pay between $250-$500 per outage just replacing lost groceries and that doesn’t include the loss of refrigerated medicine. Plus there is a cost here most people don’t calculate. When your refrigerator eventually does kick back on, it’ll run up your electric bill just to get back to a food-sustaining temperature. If you’re comparing how much a whole home generator costs to run, consider how much you’ll save on your grocery budget and your peace of mind next time your power unexpectedly goes out.
The Cost of Property Damage
Without a standby home generator, costs from property damages are catastrophic. For every outage, on average, homeowners pay $10,000 fixing frozen or burst pipes, $21,000 in flooded basement repairs, and $500-$30,000 for mold removal caused by water damage. These costs, even if caused just by a single power outage, are far greater than what an average standby home generator costs to run. If you’re comparing how much a whole home generator costs, consider how much you’ll save on property damage expenses and your peace of mind next time your home’s power unexpectedly goes out.
The Cost of Losing Connectivity (Vs Personal Comfort)
Here are some expenses you might face in the next power outage without a home generator:
All these costs can be avoided with a whole home backup generator that automatically kicks on when the power goes out. Because let’s face it, your power will go out again, but your personal comfort does not have to.
