Electricity powers modern life, from the refrigerator preserving your food to the laptop connecting you to the outside world. On an ordinary day, you may not realize how much you utilize it. But during an outage, its importance becomes abundantly clear. That’s why every homeowner should have at least one standby generator. The technicians at Patnode Electric in Willington, CT, have been the Mansfield area’s preferred local electrical contractors since 1988. Here, the team explains five benefits of a standby generator. 

5 Benefits of a Generator 

1. Regulates Temperature 

In some climates, losing power on a frigid winter night or hot summer day could be more than just uncomfortable; it could be dangerous. Standby generators can be used to power your air conditioner or furnace. This is especially critical if you have young or elderly household members for whom a hand fan or extra blankets may not suffice. 

2. Prevents Spoiled Food 

Power outages are a great excuse to eat all your ice cream in one sitting, but you certainly can’t eat all the food in your refrigerator at once, nor would you want to. Prolonged outages, especially during the summer, can result in spoiled food. A standby generator can power your refrigerator, keeping produce, dairy, meat, and other perishables fresh. 

3. Keeps Communication Lines Open 

One of the most frightening aspects of an electrical outage is the feeling of being isolated from the outside world. You can use a standby generator to charge your phone so you can call for help in case of an emergency. You can also use it to charge your laptop, television, or radio to receive critical news and weather updates. 

4. Keeps Medical Equipment Going

People who rely on home medical equipment like nebulizers, CPAP equipment, respirators, and dialysis machines are particularly vulnerable during a power outage. If you or a family member uses one of these devices, a standby generator can keep it running. Generators are especially crucial during snowstorms, hurricanes, and other severe weather events that may prevent you from leaving the house to seek medical care. 

5. Operates the Sump Pump 

Connecticut has its fair share of terrible storms, many of which include torrential rains and flooding. To prevent flooding in your home, you may have a sump pump located in your basement. It requires electricity to operate. When the power goes out, a standby generator will automatically kick in and run the sump pump to prevent your home from sustaining severe water damage. 

To learn more about how a backup generator will benefit you and your family, contact the electricians at Patnode Electric today. Call (860) 429-3574 to speak with a contractor, or visit their website.