As a property owner there are probably lots of different things you do to protect your investment, like buying dependable insurance and performing regular maintenance projects. One way to add an additional layer of security is by investing in a residential generator for your home. The team of electrical contractors from Zelek Electric Co. have helped hundreds of homeowners in the Old Lyme, CT, area outfit their homes with backup generators. 

If you’re not sure if a generator is right for your home, check out these 3 reasons the team at Zelek Electric Co. recommends them to their clients: 

• Avoid Flooding In An Emergency: People tend to forget that sump pumps need power to run.  During heavy downpours, when you’re most likely to lose power, a residential generator will keep your sump pump functional and help you avoid water damage, which can be extremely expensive to fix. 
• Keep Food Fresh: During rainy seasons it’s not uncommon for entire neighborhoods to lose power for days on end, and it doesn’t take long for all of the food in your fridge and freezer to go bad. Having a backup residential generator will keep your food fresh and edible and allow you to ride out the storm without worry. 
• Provide Comfort: In addition to helping you with the essentials, residential generators can be a great comfort in the case of power loss. From keeping the lights on and continuing to cook in the kitchen to watching movies and playing video games, generators can help you maintain a sense of normalcy no matter what. 

Don’t get caught unprepared in a storm this season. To find out more about purchasing a residential generator, visit Zelek Electric Co. online now, or call them directly at (860) 434-9726.