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WHEN THE POWER GOES OUT….DON’T BE LEFT IN THE DARK

Automatic standby generators give you peace of mind. Ask yourself these questions...

 

  • What is the value of your peace of mind? Keeping your family safe and secure?
  • Do you want to protect your home and property?
  • How much money would it cost in damages if your pipes burst, sump pump stopped working, refrigerator food spoiled?

 

Peace of mind knowing you don’t have to deal with a portable generator that you are pulling out of the garage, setting up and running extension cords, not to mention having to fill it up with gasoline (if available) during the outage and in the middle of the night. Make no mistake about it, power outages don't often happen during "ideal" hours!

Home standby generator systems automatically come on when the power goes out, and when utility power is restored, they automatically shut off. The power goes out and the generator goes on. It's that simple.

Stop living in emergency mode! Call us today and get 24/7 power protection with a Generac automatic standby generator.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
 

1. What is an automatic standby generator?

An automatic standby generator is a back-up electrical system that operates whether you are home or away. Within seconds of an outage, it automatically supplies power directly to your home’s electrical circuit breaker box. After utility power returns, the generator shuts itself off and waits for the next outage. It operates on natural gas or liquid propane gas and sits outside just like a central air conditioning unit.

2. How does a home standby system work?

Generac - http://www.generac.com/Residential/How_does_it_work/

Briggs & Stratton - http://www.homegeneratorsystems.com/buying_guide/works/index.cfm

GE Generator Systems - http://www.homestandbygeneratorsystems.com/buying-guide/power-more-for-less/

3. Why should I buy an automatic standby generator instead of a portable generator?

During a utility power outage, an automatic standby generator provides numerous advantages over a portable generator:

  • The American Red Cross recommends permanently installed standby generators as a safer way to provide backup power to a home than a portable generator..
  • With an automatic standby generator installation properly installed outside, your home is protected from deadly carbon monoxide poisoning that is a much greater risk with portable generators.
  • Running on the home’s natural gas or LP fuel supply, it is less expensive to run than gasoline and does not need to be refilled.
  • They start automatically within seconds of a power outage, and eliminate the need to haul a portable generator outside or run extension cords throughout your home.
  • They provide protection 24/7, whether you're home or away, and they turn themselves off when utility power returns, so there is no need to monitor the unit during an outage.

4. What is the difference between an automatic air-cooled generator and an automatic liquid-cooled generator?

The engines! Air cooled generators come with engines that use fans to force air across the engine for cooling, while liquid cooled generators use enclosed radiator systems for cooling, similar to an automobile. Generally, liquid cooled engines are used on larger kW generators due to the larger engines required for the higher power output.

5. How long can I expect an automatic standby generator to last?

The engines are developed specifically for generators and designed to provide approximately 3,000 hours of use, with typical usage and proper maintenance an automatic standby generator can provide in excess of 30 years of service. Example: Weekly exercise time (11 hours per year) plus four 20 hr. outages (80 hrs/year) equals 91 hours of operation per year OR over 30 years.

6. Can an automatic standby generator replace utility service?

No...the generator fuel costs would be much more expensive than buying power from the utility company since their cost to produce electricity is divided among thousands of customers.

7. How do I correctly size a generator for my home?

The most logical way to determine your needs is to envision your home without power! Some outages may be short in duration, while others could last for days or weeks. What would you like your living conditions to be?

Generac - http://www.generac.com/Residential/Sizer/

Briggs & Stratton - http://www.homegeneratorsystems.com/buying_guide/select/index.cfm

GE Generator Systems - http://www.homestandbygeneratorsystems.com/buying-guide/

8. Can I install the generator myself?

For safety reasons and to ensure adherence to all local, state and national electrical codes, it is recommended that you use an authorized dealer or licensed contractor for installation.

9. Do they have to be maintained?

Yes, simple maintenance is required. All generators require periodic oil and filter changes to ensure maximum performance for years of reliable service.

10. What type of oil should I use?

An SAE rated high detergent oil that meets API Service Class SF requirements for gasoline engines, similar to your car. Refer to your owner’s manual for details.

HOW TO POWER DOWN YOUR GENERAC AIR COOLED UNIT - CLICK HERE

HOW TO CHECK OIL IN YOUR GENERAC GENERATOR - CLICK HERE

HOW TO FILL YOUR OIL - STEP BY STEP

11. What happens if the generator gets over loaded?

Generators are equipped with overload protection. In the rare event of an overload, the generator’s circuit breaker will trip, disconnecting the unit from the load. Simply correct the overload and reset the breaker in the generator.

12. If I have a problem with my generator where do I go for help?

Oak Electric Service is an authorized Generac, Briggs & Stratton & GE dealer for generator parts and service, offering 24-hour emergency service.
 

 

*62% of Power Outages in the US are Weather or Tree Related

*20% of Power Outages are Utility Equipment or Grid Related

*18% of Power Outages are Other Causes (animals, auto accidents etc)

ALL RESULT IN BILLIONS OF DOLLARS IN DAMAGES EACH YEAR!

Imagine having to replace a refrigerator or freezer full of food, cleaning up a flooded basement caused by a backed-up septic system or even worse. Your losses can range from minor inconveniences to a huge headache!

Get the peace of mind you need to ensure that your lights stay on, your air conditioner or furnace continues to keep you comfortable, your sump pump and well keep pumping, your refrigerator and freezer keep things cool, your TV's and computers keep you connected and your portable devices stay charged!

*Source: Edison Electric Institute 

10 reasons to buy an emergency backup generator from us rather than a “big box” store

We sell the standby generators here in Michigan, not all over the USA, so you are the most important person to us!

  • FREE Estimate, we don't charge to give you a quote.
  • Over 1,500 generator installations in SE Michigan.
  • Competitive pricing on the newest units available.
  • We sell units here in Michigan, not all over the USA, so you are the most important person to us!
  • 24/7 Emergency Service.
  • Highly trained staff - Technical and Sales - Generators are our Specialty!
  • Fully stocked parts and a knowledgeable product department
  • Support Local Economy - Locally Owned and Operated.
  • We are licensed for mechanical in gas piping - no subcontracting - we do your turnkey generator installation from start to finish!
  • Personalized service and attention that you don't get from a chain store!

5 reasons to replace your existing, broken portable generator with a standby generator (natural gas generator)

  • Doesn't need to be supervised during power outage - creates peace of mind when you are out of town during an outage!
  • Natural gas is cleaner power than portable - Safer for electronics & safer to operate
  • Endless fuel supply – no more refilling gas in the cold & wet weather! No cords, no gas tanks!.
  • Automatic units are intended to be placed outside. Portables aren't supposed to be left outside in the rain (which is usually when the power is off)!
  • Cost to repair may be more than to replace with new!

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Generator Systems

The automatic standby generators give you the peace of mind especially for those people who travel and are gone a lot. The automatic systems protect your house while you are gone, which is a big concern, especially when you have a basement.

You don’t have to deal with a regular portable generator where you are pulling it out of the garage, setting it up and hooking up extension cords running into the house. And then having to deal with filling it up with gasoline (if available) while the outage is going on.

With the home standby generator systems, they automatically come on when the power is out, and when utility power is restored, they automatically shut off. So there is almost a seamless transition, which allows you to go about your life normally during an outage.

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