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The Big Questions

How much does a whole-home standby generator cost?

Most homeowners across our eight states invest $9,000 to $20,000 all-in: equipment (the biggest share, at factory-direct pricing through us) plus installation by an independent licensed contractor (gas line, transfer switch, pad, permits). A 2,000 to 3,000 sq ft home typically lands on a 22 to 26kW unit. Text POWER to 816-785-1268 for a number specific to your home.

What size generator do I need?

Rule of thumb: 20 to 22kW covers a typical 2,500 sq ft home with one A/C. Add capacity for a second HVAC, electric heat, well pump, EV charger, or pool. At high elevation (New Mexico), add roughly 3% capacity per 1,000 ft. We size free from your electric bill, no guessing.

Generator vs. battery backup (Tesla Powerwall / EcoFlow): which should I buy?

Multi-day outages and unlimited runtime: natural gas standby generator. Short outages, silence, solar pairing, daily bill management: battery. Frequent long outages plus solar: both. We're an authorized dealer for both categories, so you get the honest comparison.

Natural gas or propane?

If you have utility natural gas, use it: no refueling, unlimited runtime. Rural homes run propane from a 250 to 500 gallon tank (roughly 4 to 8 days of continuous runtime depending on load). Most standby units convert between the two.

Who does the installation?

Independent, third-party licensed contractors in your state, never unlicensed crews. They pull permits, run gas, wire the automatic transfer switch, and own the workmanship. We supply the correctly sized equipment at factory-direct pricing. This separation is why our equipment quotes beat installer-marked-up pricing.

How fast does a standby generator kick in?

Under 30 seconds, automatically. The transfer switch detects grid loss, starts the generator, and moves your home's load over. When the grid returns, it transfers back and shuts itself down.

Do you offer financing?

Ask when you call. Financing options vary by state and equipment package. (816) 461-9751.

¿Hablan español?

Sí. Cotizaciones, dimensionamiento y soporte completamente en español. Visite la versión en español de este sitio, llame al (816) 461-9751 o mande un texto al 816-785-1268. Nuestro fundador escribió una guía bilingüe de preparación para apagones: Cuando Se Va La Luz.

What maintenance does a standby generator need?

An annual service (oil, filter, plugs, battery check) plus its own weekly self-test cycle. Independent licensed contractors in your area offer service plans; we can point you to them at purchase.

Can a generator power my whole house including A/C?

Yes, sized correctly. Air conditioning is the load that kills undersized generators; a 4-ton A/C can surge past 10kW at start. That's why we size to your actual equipment, not square footage alone.

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