If you’re considering a backup power solution for your home, you’ve come to the right place. Our team of generator specialists has experience with all the major generator brands, and is ready to help! This can be an intimidating process for many homeowners- we get it! That’s why we handle the entire process- from the free initial assessment through permitting and the final installation. Oh, and we also do the ongoing maintenance which all manufacturers require to keep your system in warranty. Our licensed generator team has decades of experience, and we pride ourselves on a personal, consultative approach.
What to expect when you install a generator system with HomeSquare
- Initial assessment – what size generator is needed and what are the priority loads?
- Determining the best location for the unit.
- Consider the electrical and plumbing work involved in the installation – what will be the generator fuel source?
- File permits with the relevant agencies.
- Deliver and setup the new generator, coordinating with additional electrical and plumbing contractors if necessary (we’ll function as general contractor).
- System on!
- After installation: recommended maintenance service to stay in warranty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When your system detects the absence of utility-provided power for more than 5-10 seconds, the generator starts up. After start up, the system transfers power to the house in place of utility power. When utility starts back up, the switch back is very smooth- in most cases you won’t even notice.
Most modern residential generators have one of two possible fuel sources: propane or natural gas.
- Propane is stored in an external tank on the property, which must be monitored and refilled when levels are below 30% full.
- Natural gas is supplied via the same lines which supply your house; these are run underground to the generator location.
A few older generators are diesel-fueled, but this is rare for new installations.
Yes! From the initial estimate through purchase, permitting, installation, and even ongoing maintenance, our team of expert pros can handle everything for you. It can be a complex process, and we’ve designed our service to make it simple for you.
The size generator appropriate for your home will vary, but most residential systems are in the 20 – 24 kilowatt range.
Costs for a generator backup power system vary with wattage, site complexity, etc., but generally run between $10-17,000 all in.
It’s relative! You will hear it, but would you rather hear your neighbor’s generator, or your own? Many of our clients have told us they like to hear their generators kick in; it becomes a reassuring sign of your home’s resilience.
A few brands are now producing generators with wifi connection, so you can see the performance of your system live!
Generators & Energy Storage Systems
Back-up power is a great way to build more resiliency into your home. The question is not if the power goes out but, when the power goes out what do you have in place to sustain your life style. Power Outages can happen at anytime so why not be prepared.
With the right system installed you can save on utility CO$T. Plus, because these systems fall under Loss Mitigation you can receive reduced insurance rates saving you even more money.
Everywhere you go from BIG Box Stores, to Online you can buy a generator. We don’t want to sell you a generator we want to educate you. And if we do our job right, you’re going to want to purchase a system from us and have us properly maintain it for you, so you don’t have to worry about voiding your warranty.
We can also monitor your system remotely, so if there is a fault we can take care of it and not wait for when you need the system for backup power.
We like to work with everyone, so feel free to inform us who you currently like to use for your mechanical/plumbing and electrical needs and if you currently have a propane gas provider. We are happy to contact your trusted providers and ask if they would like to assist us on a new installation.
We also can provide, when needed, licensed and insured technicians to assist us on the install if you don’t have people you already work with. We provide electrical services like fixture installation, smart homes, car charging stations, power saver systems, etc. Remember, HomeSquare is available long after the installation to maintain and service your system 24/7/365.
Generator Maintenance Plan
No one plans on specific days/times of use for a backup generator; it must be available for use at any moment, 24/7 all year long, for those occasions when the power grid goes down. To ensure that always-on availability, HomeSquare recommends a regular maintenance schedule, at least once/year. All of our maintenance visits include a detailed run through of your system; call our generator team to schedule a free consultation. Here are the items we run through during a generator maintenance visit:
- Check all heaters
- Check for oil & fuel leaks
- Check oil & filter
- Check spark plugs
- Check cooling system
- Check hardware, hinges, etc.
- Check battery & record voltage
- Check battery cables & connections
- Clean battery & check charger
- Check alternator, fan, belts, etc.
- Lubricate throttle assembly
- Check fuses & circuit breakers
- Check idle & record RPM
- Check & record utility voltage & frequency
- Check & record standby voltage & frequency
- Check & record fuel pressure
- Check starter
- Inspect all safety sensors
- Check carburetor & choke
- Check air filter & check element – Check governor & linkages
- Check & clean control panel
- Clean the generator cabinet
Uninterrupted Power Source Maintenance
- Clean outside of enclosure
- Clean inside of enclosure
- Inspect outside of enclosure for physical damage – Inspect inside of enclosure for physical damage
- Inspect & test ALL batteries
- Inspect & test inverter(s)
- Inspect & test transformer
- Inspect & test ATS
- Check voltage, frequency for accuracy
- Check amperage/wattage
- Clean & inspect the solar panels
- Test the solar panels
- Log/record ALL readings