Here are three reasons to buy a backup generator

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Small portable generators are critical in an emergency like a major storm or other natural disasters and are useful in situations where there is no electric power such as power outages, camp grounds, construction sites or rural settings. Electric power is absolutely necessary whether for the home or business. If you have ever been without electricity for an extended period, you realize the peace of mind that come with having on hand a backup generator. When power outages occur, your main goal is to get power restored, get the lights back on. Having a reliable backup generator will make everyone feel safe and calm and allow you to properly respond to other matters that typically arise during a power failure.

 

Background

Generators operate on four different readily available fuel types. Diesel, Gasoline, Liquid Propane and Natural Gas. Powered generators burn fuel to supply power and then turn that power into electricity. When emergencies and blackouts happen, you can be ready with your portable generator producing enough electricity to run your home and/ business appliances.

Buying Factors

Diesel backup generators are more durable and have a higher fuel efficiency, but they can be fairly noisy. Also start-up during extreme cold temperatures may pose some challenges as diesel tends to “sleep” in cold weather.

Gasoline and Natural Gas powered generators are good and efficient but require more maintenance than diesel generators.

Liquid Propane generators are smaller, quieter, cheaper, more efficient and cleaner burning than gasoline engines.

Regardless of which type of generator you choose, in an emergency, disaster or blackout, you and your family will embrace the safety and convenience of a portable backup generator. No waiting for hours and hours lighting candles, changing flashlight batteries and wondering and guessing when the power is back up. You can now generate your own electric power with a small backup generator.

Purchasing Tips

For home use, look for a portable generator in the 5,000 watt to 8,000 watt range. This output is more than enough to run several home appliances like your refrigerator, microwave, furnace, security and access control systems, sump pumps,essential lights, computers, televisions, electric gates or overhead doors, ejector pumps, well pumps, and septic systems.

Choose a model with safety and convenient features. Most reviewers recommend the electrical (automatic start) and the low oil automatic shut down. Also a large fuel tank translates into longer operating hours.

In a residential setting, most recommend spending the extra money to purchase the silent models

Generator Maintenance

Diesel generators require the least amount of service and are the easiest to maintain. There are no spark plug to change, no carburetor to clean or ignition cables to ware out. Well-maintained generators can last a long time.

Beware of cheap generators, go with a brand name. Cheap generators are built for occasional use, sometimes barely lasting 1,000 hours before needing a complete overhaul. A quality, brand name diesel generator has fewer moving parts that can break down and will last at least 20,000 hours before any major work will be required.

Powered generators no matter what type require regular oil changes. This is easy to do and should be done about every 100 hours. Changing the oil often extend the life of your backup generator. Reminder generators often end up running non stop at high speeds for hours or days. Even if you do not use a generator for 3 months, it is recommended to change the oil anyway. Oil does go bad and breaks down over time.

About Backup Generators

In today’s economy more people are turning to diesel backup generators as a reliable power source in an emergency. Many consider the  purchase of portable backup generators as a long term investment to safeguard their family and businesses during power outages.

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