A power outage can be a real issue. Nowadays many of us rely on electricity for our everyday life. Beyond the frivolous things electricity provides for us like charges for our phones, it also provides many important services that directly benefit our lives. For instance, many of us rely on electric heat or air conditioning to keep the temperature of our homes in a good range. While this is mainly for comfort, during the more extreme months, an outage can actually be life-threatening. For this reason, many homeowners have invested in backup power supplies. That way if the power goes out due to a storm, they are not left without power long-term. In this article, we will discuss the benefits of generators and what type of generator you should get. For more information and electrical services in Greater Boston, please contact Cardoso Electrical Services. 

The Benefits Of Owning A Backup Generator

There are two times of the year here in Massachusetts that increase the risk of power outages; blizzard season, and tropical storm/hurricane season. High winds in both of these instances can knock tree branches into power lines and remove power for large sections of our state. During a blizzard, it may not be possible for a crew to get out and start fixing the problem until the storm has ended and the roads are clear. And in a really bad tropical storm, the same can actually happen if fallen trees block roadways. That is why a backup generator can save lives, especially if the power will be out for multiple days. If electricity is essential for your family for any reason, or if anyone in your home is at risk of any life-threatening conditions due to a loss of power (i.e. needing an electrical machine for any health conditions), you should invest in a backup power supply. 

What Size Generator Do I Need For My Home?

If you decide that a generator is right for you, you still need to pick the right generator. When considering generators you should aim for a generator that can provide more power than what your home consumes. If your generator gets overloaded it can cause some serious problems. In newer generators, this may cause the generator to shut off and can decrease its lifespan over time. In older generators, a capacity overload could lead to a fire. You always want to make sure your generator can more than provide for the electrical needs of your property.

Generator Installation In Greater Boston

If you are looking to install a permanent generator for your home, give us a call. We provide indoor and outdoor electrical services for clients throughout the Greater Boston area.