Standby Generators for Home

Standby Generators for Home & Residential

Standby generators will power your home through storms, power outages, and electric shutoffs. With severe weather becoming more and more common, having a backup power source is vital. We’ll help you find the best standby generator for your home and our certified technicians will install it.

Keep your lights on with a home standby generator. We can help.

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Security During a Power Outage

Benefits of Standby Generator

Home Security

A standby generator ensures your home security system continues running.

Add Convenience

Even if your power goes out, you’ll be able to do the activities you enjoy. Cook dinner, charge your phone and computer, and get online without having to sit in the dark.

Safe Haven

Protect your friends and family. Access important news sources to continue monitoring a storm or receive updates on threats in your area.

Do What You Enjoy

Life doesn’t have to miss a beat during a power outage. Home generators will keep the electricity flowing, so you can enjoy your favorite activities.

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Types of Whole Home Generators

How much do standby generators cost? They typically range from $3,000 to $20,000. But it depends on the kind. There are four types of home generators. Take a look at their strengths and weaknesses, below.

Gasoline

Gasoline generators are the most affordable. They are convenient and shoppers have many options to choose from. However, as the United States continues transitioning away from gasoline in favor of cleaner energy, prices of gas might rise. Additionally, in a major weather event, gasoline prices often increase, meaning you’ll pay more for fuel.

Diesel

Diesel generators are great for homes in extreme weather environments. They handle cold winter temperatures particularly well. Although they cost more than gas home generators, they are less efficient than solar and natural gas generators.

Natural Gas

Natural gas home generators are some of the most fuel efficient. You can connect these directly to your gas line. However, if your gas is cut off during a storm, these generators will stop functioning.

Solar

Solar generators are great for fuel efficiency and reliability. Since solar energy is a renewable resource, a solar standby generator can save you money over time. However, solar generators cost more than gas generators to maintain.

Home Generator Installation

Why Hire a Certified Electrician?

A Safetouch Electrician has the tools, training, and technical knowledge to install your standby generator. Let us save you the headache and get the job done right.

Consultation

Our team of SafeTouch experts will work with you to learn about your specific needs. We’ll create a custom installation plan based on:

  • Placement of the standby generator
  • Installation site
  • System requirements
  • Restrictions such as an HOA or local regulations

Generator installation starts by finding the right generator for your home. SafeTouch offers options from the most respected manufacturers, including Generac, Kohler, and Briggs.

Where you install your generator is important. Will it be near a window? In your backyard? We’ll visit your home, evaluate, and prepare the site.

A SafeTouch Electrician will be the installation process. We will connect the fuel line to the new generator and install a transfer switch. When tripped, this switch will automatically power on your generator.

After completing the installation, the SafeTouch Electrician will make sure the Standby Generator works by simulating an outage. (Thunderstorm sound effects not included!)

Discover why homeowners and renters choose SafeTouch for their electrical home and business needs.

We had our new system installed today and couldn’t be happier!!! Hosner is a total professional!!! Our appointment was on a late Friday afternoon, and Hosner was very pleasant, knowledgeable, and very helpful at a time when most folks were probably already home enjoying their weekend. He thoroughly explained and demonstrated every part and feature of our new system; and after completing the install, he did not leave until every one of our questions were answered (and we had a ton of them). We have used SafeTouch for just over 10 years now and would highly recommend them to any and everyone for their security needs, and have Hosner do your install!!!

Charlie J.

We upgraded our Safetouch Security system. Thomas and Clay were our techs and they were both awesome! Thomas was the senior tech and was training Clay. Thomas was very professional. He explained everything to me and my husband. Both Thomas and Clay were very personable and helpful. Thomas was very knowledgeable about Safetouch and the equipment. It’s why I love Safetouch. Their techs are more than techs. They are also customer service and help desk. Thank you Thomas and Clay!

Denise C.

Thomas L. arrived earlier than expected & called when he was 5 minutes out from arriving at my house. He was very kind and thorough. He explained the procedure being done and gave options as to how I preferred the job to be done which exceeded my expectations. He was patient with me and made sure I knew how to work all aspects of the alarm system before leaving. Thomas certain has & provides Exceptional Customer Service skills!

Jennifer T.

We a problem with a motion detector faulting. Placed a call to SafeTouch and they had a technician at our site the next morning. Joe replaced the sensor and verified the operation. Quick response and great service!

American Valley Aviation, Inc.

Most excellent service ! We had service upgraded in a commercial building and appointment was for 8 am and Tech arrived 15 minutes early. Tech was very professional and completed the upgrade in a timely manner. Tech also took the time to make sure we understood the alarm system, went through all features and made sure he answered any question we had. If we have any future service needs hope to see him again.

Julie R.

Justin was extremely professional and courteous, giving us excellent customer service. We upgraded to wireless security and he was very patient as he explained how to add the app to our phones, and gave me a very well done personal training session on the details of the Safe Touch home page. Now ready to move on with further installation of cameras. I recommend Safe Touch to anyone considering security for their home (or business).

T.C.

Would like to thank John B. for the very professional manner in which he installed our new SafeTouch System today. He was very knowledgeable about how the system worked and answered any and all of the questions we had about what he had installed for us. Also he took a lot of pride in what he was doing and did an outstanding job in doing .

John Wesner

We woke up Saturday morning to the blaring of the alarm on our smoke and heat sensor. I called customer service and the first thing they did was walk me through how to make the alarm stop sounding. We were still at a point where we could not reset our alarm from the keypad which did concern me. After sensing my concern, the customer service rep talked to her service manager and they dispatched an outstanding Technician to our house. He repaired the damage within 20 minutes and we were back to normal. I am a raving fan of SafeTouch.

Sandy Steinman

I have been a Safetouch customer for almost 10 years. Joe did a create a re-programming my system today. He is extremely knowledgeable about the products and technology. If Joe is your technician you are in great hands!

Adam Chapman
Our Partners

The Best Standby Generator for You

Power outages are stressful. At SafeTouch, we want you to feel satisfied, secure, and safe no matter what happens. We partner with the most trusted generator manufacturers, including Generac, Kholer, and Briggs, to ensure you get the best standby generator and expert installation available.

Why Choose SafeTouch?

Support a Certified Minority-Run Business

SafeTouch has been certified as a Minority Business Enterprise by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSCDC). The MBE certification is the gold standard for minority-owned businesses, requiring businesses to be at least 51% minority owned, managed, and controlled. By partnering with SafeTouch, you’re helping to cultivate a more equitable future for all Americans.

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Emergency Response in Under 45 seconds

SafeTouch offers industry-best, rapid emergency response residential properties. Our in-house security experts operate 24/7, ensuring you get the help you need as soon as you need it – all within 45 seconds or less.

FAQ

Unfortunately, the answer is “no.” You should never set up a standby generator in your garage due to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Generators must be placed outdoors, at least 20 feet away from windows, doors, and vents, to ensure proper ventilation. Running a generator in an enclosed space can lead to deadly gas buildup, even if the garage door is open.

The cost of a standby generator varies. However most U.S. home standby generators typically range from as low as $3,5ff00 to higher than $20,000. That’s a huge difference! If you’re in the market for a home generator, make sure you research the pros and cons of different manufacturers.

The generator that is right for you greatly depends on several factors. However, some of the most reliable whole home standby generators include Generac’s Guardian Series, Kohler’s 20RESCL, and the Briggs & Stratton 20kW Standby Generator. Some of these include Wi-Fi monitoring and automatic operation, commercial-grade engines, and durability. SafeTouch can work with you to find the best home generator for your unique situation.

Standby generator installation takes a lot of time and planning. While we encourage homeowners to seek a trained professional, we recognize some people may want to do it themselves. Some tips to remember are to choose an area 20 feet from windows, doors, and vents. Install a concrete pad, if needed, for stability. Connect the generator to your home’s electrical system using a transfer switch, ensuring compliance with local codes and regulations. Finally, have a licensed electrician and plumber handle the electrical and fuel connections for safety and proper operation.

Call 888.895.SAFE (7233) or schedule a conversation with a SafeTouch expert.

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