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Your home and business rely on electricity to power appliances, computers, cash registers, and chargers. When the power goes out, you’re left in the dark unless you have a backup power supply. To learn more about generators and why you should invest in one, take a closer look at this guide.

A Guide to Generators

What Are They?

Standby generators provide backup electricity to homes or businesses that lose power. They work by converting kinetic energy into electricity, supplying power to equipment hooked into them. They’re available in different sizes, so you can choose the power level that’s right for you.

An electrical contractor will inspect your location and make recommendations regarding capacity. They’ll also install it and ensure that it’s adequately grounded, following government recommendations for safe use of backup generators.

Why Should I Have One?

generatorsStorms that blow trees and debris into power lines can knock out power to your home or business for hours. Some ice storms or flooding events may leave you without electricity for days. Cars that collide into utility poles can also stop the flow of electricity, and animals may also cause power lines to malfunction. On occasion, a utility company may turn the power off to perform routine maintenance.

Everyone experiences power outages from time to time, which is why a generator is a must. When an outage occurs, it will kick on and begin supplying power within a few minutes. Having one at your home or office eliminates downtime, allowing business and household operations to continue as usual. If you have one, devices stay charged, and frozen and refrigerated foods remain safe.

 

Ready to find the right standby power source for your needs? Try Bonham Electric, Inc. They carry a full line of high-quality, competitively priced standby and portable generators for your home or business. With 60 years in business serving clients in Dayton, OH, they’ll connect you with the ideal unit to keep you out of the dark 24/7. Learn more about backup power sources online, or call (937) 233-7662 to speak with a licensed commercial or residential electrician.

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