Back Up Generators Clemson

If you’ve been considering a back up generator for your Clemson home, contact the experts at PECO Heating & Cooling! We offer reliable backup generator installation and maintenance services to keep your home powered year-round. We know how inconvenient power outages can be. Not only can an extended power outage ruin an entire fridge full of food, but it can also leave you shivering for days during the winter. A standby generator can help you have peace of mind, even in the most severe storms. 

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Portable or Standby Generator–What’s Best for Your Home?

When shopping around for backup generators in Clemson, you may have discovered there are a variety of types, sizes, and fuel sources to choose from. As experienced generator installers and servicers, we’ve worked with a wide range of generators and are skilled at finding the best one to fit your needs and budget. 

One of the most important considerations when choosing a generator is whether you’d like a portable generator or a standby generator. Both have pros and cons, so you’ll need to think about how you plan to use your generator and what type of fuel source works best for you. Here’s a look at how these two types of generators differ.

Pros and Cons of Portable Generators 

Portable generators are compact, less expensive to buy, and easier to install. They run on gasoline, which has the benefit of being readily available. However, they must be manually connected when the power goes out and refueled regularly during use. This can be an issue during a severe storm or other circumstances when it’s difficult or hazardous to go out. Gasoline is dangerous to store, and it degrades quickly. 

Portable generators are only meant to power a few essential lights and appliances at a time, so much of your home will likely still be without power during an outage. Another downside to portable generators is that they tend to be very loud to operate. 

Pros and Cons of Standby Generators

Standby generators (also called whole house generators or built-in home generators) are permanent outdoor units that run on propane or natural gas. They have the advantage of automatically turning on when the power goes out and can power an entire house, including the lights, appliances, HVAC system, and more. Since the generator is housed in an insulated, weather-proof enclosure, they’re significantly quieter than a portable generator. 

Whole house generators do require more space–space for the generator itself, and space for the propane or natural gas tank. However, they can operate for long periods–a few days if you have propane, or indefinitely if you’re set up for natural gas. Propane doesn’t degrade like gasoline, so it can be stored for an unlimited amount of time. Standby generators are more expensive to install, but they provide more assurance against power outages and better comfort than portable generators. 

Generator Maintenance

If you already have a generator, we offer reliable maintenance services! Like HVAC systems, it’s important to keep your generator well-maintained. Not only will this ensure that it will work when you need it most, but it also helps you save money on repairs or replacements. Our skilled technicians offer comprehensive maintenance services to keep your home’s backup power supply reliable and in good working condition!

Expert Maintenance and Installation Services

Whether you need maintenance or an installation, electrical work of any kind is best left to the professionals. Our technicians have specialized training and the right tools and equipment to work on or install your generator safely and properly. For more information on our back up generator services in Clemson, or to schedule an appointment, call PECO today at (864) 639-2424!