Simple Guide for Selecting a Home Generator | Ask This Old House

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In this video, This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman teaches host Kevin O’Connor everything he needs to know about choosing a generator for a home. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. Master electrician Heath Eastman discusses what factors to consider when selecting a generator, such as fuel or electrical load, and the options that are available. Do You Really Need It? Heath’s first question he wants homeowners to consider is if they really need a generator. Do they live in an area that loses power a lot? Are there people in the home that require electricity for health concerns? Heath says it’s a big investment so homeowners need to make sure it’s worth it. Take Comfort Level Into Consideration When choosing a generator for their home, homeowners should consider what their desired comfort level is. For those who just need to heat the home and turn on a few lights, a portable generator will usually do. However, for those who want whole-home power when the grid fails, an automatic standby generator will be more suitable. Consider Budget Homeowners need to consider their budget when choosing a generator. If the budget is tight, a portable generator is a good fit. These machines cost $1,000 to $1,500 and can supply the home with enough power for heat, a well pump, and refrigeration. Larger budgets ($3,500 to $7,000) might allow for an automatic standby generator, which can run almost all of the devices and machines in the home, save fo

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