Question By: Preparing for a storm once it is already barreling down the Eastern seaboard is far too late. While 2020 is projected to be an “above average” year for hurricanes, the reality is that In any given year, there is a fair chance of a storm capable of causing significant damage coming ashore in Central New Jersey. Many homeowners purchase generators in case power goes out after a storm to keep their electronics running, food refrigerated and their homes cool. If you live in an apartment or condo, you should also consider purchasing a generator, as long as you have a safe space to store and run the generator.
Types of Hurricane Generators:
Hurricane generators come in three basic styles: Inverter, Portable, and Standby.
• Inverter Generators: Small and compact, inverter generators can produce between 800 and 5,000 watts of power and are designed for camping and outdoor activities.
• Portable Emergency Generators: It produce between 1,000 and 17,000 watts, enough to power multiple rooms in your home.
• Home Standby Generators: Standby generators, which produce between 6,000 and a whopping 59,000 watts of power, are the ultimate hurricane solution.
The following generator safety tips are simple, but effective in saving lives:
1. Do not place generators inside of any structure including garages, carports and sheds
2. Instead, place the generator at least 20 feet away from your home, down-wind away from open doors, windows and vents
3. Before refueling, turn the generator off and allow it to cool for 15-20 minutes
4. Never try to power the house wiring by plugging the generator into a wall outlet
5. Instead, use a heavy-duty, outdoor extension cord to plug appliances into generators
6. Do not use in rain or wet conditions
7. Have a fire extinguisher nearby
8. Have a carbon monoxide monitor for your homeMore Power
9. Test your equipment before you need it. If a storm is coming in, test your generator and stock up on fuel a few days before the weather starts to pick up.
Considering A Whole House Generator For Hurricane Season
Investing in a whole house generator will give you the power you need in case of an outage.
Convenience: If your home is connected to a natural gas line then you are eligible to have a whole house generator installed by a professional.
More Power: While having any type of generator is beneficial during a weather emergency, you will want to make sure you have enough electricity to power your entire home.
Cost Effective: A whole house generator will help keep your family fed and healthy by keeping the power supplied.
Protecting your house and your family is essential during any weather event. Have a family emergency disaster plan ready, and be sure to include power backup.
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