Don’t let a power outage leave your family in the dark. A professionally installed whole-home standby generator can automatically restore power to your home when utility power goes down.
It’s Your Heating & Cooling Guy provides whole-home generator installation, service, and maintenance throughout East Central Michigan and Northwest Ohio.
Michigan and Ohio storms can knock out power with little warning. When that happens, a portable generator isn’t your only option.
A whole-home standby generator is permanently installed outside your home and designed to automatically provide backup power when an outage occurs.
No dragging a generator out of the garage. No extension cords running through the house. No scrambling to get everything connected in the middle of a storm.
Choosing a standby generator isn’t simply about buying the biggest model available.
The system needs to be properly sized based on what you want to power and your home’s electrical requirements.
Our team can help evaluate factors including:
From there, we’ll recommend generator options designed around your home and priorities.
A whole-home generator installation can involve electrical connections, fuel supply, equipment placement, transfer equipment, permits, and other requirements.
We’ll help coordinate the installation process so your new backup power system is properly set up and ready when you need it.
A standby generator can be particularly valuable if your home:
You don’t have to wait until you’re sitting in the dark to start thinking about backup power.
We’ll evaluate your needs and help you determine whether a standby generator makes sense for your home.
Not every homeowner needs the same generator setup.
Some homeowners primarily want to keep essential equipment running during an outage:
Others want a system capable of supporting considerably more of the home.
We’ll discuss what you want to keep running during an outage and size the system accordingly.
The goal isn’t simply to sell you a generator.
It’s to build a backup power solution around what matters most when your power goes out.
A standby generator may spend most of its life waiting.
But when the power goes out, you need it to work.
Routine generator maintenance helps identify developing problems and keeps the system ready for an unexpected outage.
Maintenance requirements vary by generator manufacturer and model.
Following the appropriate maintenance schedule helps keep your backup power system prepared for the next outage.
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Making the right decision can save you thousands.
Our free interactive assessment considers your system’s age, repair history, efficiency, and your home’s comfort needs to help you decide whether repairing or replacing your equipment is the smarter investment.
If a replacement is recommended, we’ll show you options designed specifically for your home, along with available financing and energy-efficient upgrades.
Whether you need a quick repair, routine maintenance, or a new system, our team is ready to keep your home comfortable year-round.
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A whole-home standby generator is a permanently installed backup power system designed to automatically provide electricity when utility power is interrupted. It typically works with an automatic transfer switch to transfer designated electrical loads to generator power.
Standby generators are designed to automatically detect qualifying utility outages and start without requiring the homeowner to manually set up the generator.
It depends on the generator’s capacity and your home’s electrical demand. Some systems are designed around essential circuits, while larger systems may support substantially more of the home. Proper sizing is critical.
Generator sizing depends on the electrical equipment you want to operate during an outage. HVAC equipment, pumps, appliances, and other electrical loads should all be considered when sizing the system.
A properly sized and configured generator can provide backup power to compatible heating equipment. The specific electrical requirements of your system need to be considered during generator sizing.
Potentially, yes. Air conditioners can require significant power, particularly when starting. Generator capacity and HVAC equipment requirements need to be evaluated when designing the system.
A properly sized generator can be configured to provide power for compatible well and sump pump equipment. These are often high-priority circuits for homeowners choosing backup power.
Many residential standby generators operate on natural gas or propane. The appropriate option depends on the generator, your property, and available fuel sources.
Runtime depends on the generator, electrical load, fuel source, fuel availability, operating conditions, and manufacturer requirements. Proper maintenance is especially important during extended operation.
Yes. Standby generators require routine maintenance to remain ready for outages. Maintenance schedules vary by manufacturer and model and can include oil, filters, batteries, inspections, and operational testing.
Many modern standby generators perform an automatic exercise cycle on a scheduled basis. The exact schedule and operation depend on the generator model and configuration.
Standby generators are installed outdoors in an approved location that meets manufacturer instructions and applicable clearance, electrical, fuel, and local code requirements.
Yes. Whole-home standby generators are commonly installed at existing homes. We’ll evaluate the property, electrical system, fuel availability, equipment location, and backup power requirements to determine your options.
Financing options are available for qualifying projects. Ask our team about current financing options and payment plans.
Yes. It’s Your Heating & Cooling Guy provides whole-home generator services throughout our Michigan and Ohio service areas.
Thousands of homeowners have trusted us with their heating and cooling needs. From fast service to dependable workmanship, see why customers continue to choose It’s Your Heating & Cooling Guy.
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Coupons are valid for new customers only unless otherwise specified. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. One coupon per household. Coupon must be presented at the time of service. Expires on the date listed. Additional restrictions may apply.
Coupons are valid for new customers only unless otherwise specified. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. One coupon per household. Coupon must be presented at the time of service. Expires on the date listed. Additional restrictions may apply.
Coupons are valid for new customers only unless otherwise specified. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. One coupon per household. Coupon must be presented at the time of service. Expires on the date listed. Additional restrictions may apply.
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