Whole House Generators

Is Backup Power Necessary?

If you’re on the fence about whether your home could benefit from a whole-house generator installation, take a look at the following advantages of having backup power in the event of an outage.

Never Lose Heating or Cooling Due to Loss of Power

The first thing you might notice when the power goes out is the loss of your heating or cooling. It’s always inconvenient and uncomfortable, but it can also be extremely dangerous if weather conditions are harsh enough. Loss of heating or cooling for just four hours is enough to elevate the risk of heat exhaustion or hypothermia in both children and the elderly. A power outage will never affect your ability to heat or cool your home with a backup generator.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

The heating system in your home is also responsible for preventing your pipes from freezing over. If frozen pipe bursts, the resulting damage can be somewhere in the tens of thousands of dollars. A backup generator installation will keep your heat running and your pipes from freezing in the event of a power outage, meaning you don’t have to worry about costly damages or loss of property.

Prevent Basement Flooding

Burst pipes aren’t the only way a power outage can lead to flooding in your home; a power outage will also stop your sump pump from working, which can cause some serious flooding issues. The solution to that issue is a whole-house generator installation from Dixon Electric.

Avoid Spoiled Food

The food in both your fridge and your freezer will start to go bad only 24 hours after a power outage. It’s not only a shame to waste all of that food, but it’s also incredibly costly. One month’s worth of food is around $800 for the average family. That is just one example of how a whole-house generator installation can actually save you money.

Is Backup Power Necessary?

To choose the perfect backup generator for your house, you need to consider the size of your home, your power needs, your personal needs, and your budget. While it’s not an overly complicated process, it’s always best to speak with a professional before committing to a purchase. We can inspect your home and assess your needs to determine which of our generators is best for you. Then, we’ll go over the cost of the unit and the generator installation cost to find something within your budget. Call Dixon Electric and schedule your consult now!