When a power outage strikes and you’re left without electricity, there’s no telling when you’ll get to enjoy the comfort and convenience of readily accessible power again. Especially in the event of a Southeast Michigan snowstorm, it can be hours or even days before power is restored to your home. The only way to guarantee electrical access and safety during a power outage is through generator installation from a knowledgeable electrician.
Robin Aire Service Company provides whole-home generator solutions to families throughout Southeast Michigan. For more than 35 years, our expert team has delivered incredible electrical solutions to keep Michigan families connected in the event of an emergency.
When you’re looking for generator installation services for your home, contact Robin Aire at (800) 361-0888 to explore your options today.
Benefits of Generator Installation
Being left without power in your home can be scary. With a backup generator in place, you’ll bring a host of incredible benefits to your home, including the following:
- Instant power: Your whole-home generator will instantly and automatically deliver power during a blackout or power outage.
- Continuous operation: With sufficient power supply to all your home appliances and electronic devices, your generator will allow you to continue using your HVAC, TV, computer, and other appliances no matter what power outages are affecting your area.
- Comfort and safety: Having a way to stay connected through a blackout helps keep your family comfortable and safe.
- Enhanced protection: Avoid dangerous voltage fluctuations and surges after the power returns to your home with your whole-home generator safely in place.
Generators are designed to provide continued access to a power supply despite a blackout or emergency situation. By having one of our expert electricians professionally install your whole-home generator, you’ll have the peace of mind you need to make it through the next power outage.
Generator Installation Services
At Robin Aire, our team is specially trained to use the industry’s most advanced tools and techniques to deliver exceptional electrical service to your home. That means taking careful measurements of your home’s power supply needs to match you with the best generator for your unique electrical needs.
Featuring a wide range of top-rated brands and products, our team has a generator solution suitable for virtually any home. With more than 35 years of experience providing exceptional electrical service, there’s no better team available to handle your generator installation needs than Robin Aire.
Call us at (800) 361-0888 to schedule your generator installation service today.
Choose Robin Aire for Your Generator Installation Needs
Don’t get left in the dark the next time a power outage affects your home. With a whole-home generator unit professionally installed, you’ll always have access to the power you need to stay safe and connected. Robin Aire’s expert electricians are here to help you access the electrical solutions you need. With more than 35 years of experience, there’s no better team to handle your generator installation needs than Robin Aire.
Contact our team today at (800) 361-0888 to schedule your appointment and keep your Wixom home well-prepared for the next power outage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a standby generator turn on?
Whole-home generators use an automatic transfer switch to turn on automatically during a power outage. This device can sense the loss of power, start the generator, and transfer your home’s power supply from the utility grid to the generator once it has powered up.
When utility power returns, the switch will return your home to the utility grid and shut the generator off. The switching process takes less than a minute, and in some models, it can occur in seconds.
What's the difference between whole-home and portable generators?
Whole-home generators tend to be significantly larger with higher power outputs than portable generators. They are installed permanently, and they feature a long-lasting fuel supply, such as a direct natural gas connection or a large propane tank.
Unlike a portable generator, which must be manually connected and started every use while being mindful of carbon monoxide dangers, whole-home generators use an automatic transfer switch that turns the generator on automatically during a power outage. Whole-home generators are generally safer, more powerful, and easier to use than portable models.
What size generator do I need?
The size of the generator you need will depend on what you intend to operate during a power outage. You’ll likely need to run the HVAC system, refrigerator, cooking appliances, and medical devices. You’ll also need to be able to charge your phone to access emergency information.
An electrician can help you determine the generator size you need. However, to determine your power needs yourself, add up the wattage of all the devices you need to power, which is usually listed on the device itself. If only the current is listed, multiply the current in amps by the voltage of the circuit, typically 120 volts, to find the wattage.
Select a generator that is about 50% larger than required to add overhead for motor startups and operate the generator at a lower load for greater fuel efficiency and for a longer service life.
