For homeowners across Southeastern Massachusetts, from Cohasset to Hanover, to Pembroke and Scituate, and beyond, power outages are an undeniable reality.
From the biting chill of a Nor’easter to the sweltering heat of a summer storm, losing electricity can disrupt your life, compromise your comfort, and even put your family’s safety at risk.
At Premier Energy Solutions, we’ve been safeguarding homes and businesses in Middleborough, MA, and all surrounding areas since 1992, providing reliable generator solutions that ensure uninterrupted power, no matter what Mother Nature throws our way.
A professionally installed standby generator is an investment in your family’s safety, comfort, and the protection of your valuable assets.
Call us today at 508-305-7947 to schedule your free consultation!
Why Get a Home Standby Generator?
Investing in a home standby generator offers a multitude of benefits that extend far beyond simply keeping the lights on:
- Uninterrupted Power for Essential Needs: Imagine a severe winter storm where temperatures plummet. An outage hits your Middleborough, MA, home. With a standby generator, your heating system continues to run, keeping your family warm and safe. Your refrigerator and freezer maintain proper temperatures, preventing food spoilage. Medical equipment remains operational, and your security system stays active.
- Protection for Your Home: Power outages can lead to costly damage. A lack of power can cause pipes to freeze and burst in winter, or sump pumps to fail, leading to basement flooding. A generator ensures critical systems remain active, safeguarding your home’s infrastructure.
- Convenience and Comfort: Life doesn’t stop during an outage. With a generator, you can continue to enjoy modern conveniences like hot showers, cooked meals, and entertainment. It minimizes disruption to your daily routine and allows you to live comfortably, even when the grid is down.
- Increased Home Value: A professionally installed and well-maintained standby generator is a significant asset that can increase the resale value of your home, demonstrating preparedness and enhanced functionality to potential buyers.
- Peace of Mind: Perhaps the most invaluable benefit is the peace of mind that comes with knowing you’re prepared. You won’t have to worry about scrambling for flashlights, finding alternative shelter, or dealing with the stress and inconvenience of a prolonged blackout.
- Safety and Security: Beyond basic comfort, a generator ensures your home’s security systems, carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke alarms remain active, protecting your family around the clock.
How Does a Home Standby Generator Work?
Home standby generators are designed for automatic, hands-free operation, providing a seamless transition to backup power when an outage occurs. Here’s a simplified breakdown:
- Continuous Monitoring: The generator system constantly monitors the electrical supply from your utility company.
- Automatic Detection: When the utility power is interrupted (even for a flicker), the system immediately detects the loss of power.
- Automatic Start-Up: Within seconds, the generator automatically starts up and warms to operating speed.
- Transfer of Power: An automatic transfer switch safely disconnects your home from the utility grid and connects it to the generator.
- Power Restoration: Electrical power is then supplied to your home, powering the pre-selected circuits you chose during installation, or your entire home, depending on your system size.
- Utility Power Returns: When utility power is restored, the system detects it, and the transfer switch automatically switches your home back to the utility power source.
- Generator Cool-Down and Standby: The generator then enters a cool-down cycle before shutting down and returning to standby mode, ready for the next outage.
This entire process occurs automatically, so you don’t have to lift a finger, even when you’re away from home.
Our Trusted Generator Brands
At Premier Energy, we believe in providing our customers with only the highest quality, most reliable generator solutions. That’s why we proudly install and service generators from industry-leading brands known for their durability, performance, and advanced technology.
Our commitment is to match you with the perfect system for your home and needs.
We proudly feature generators from:
- Generac: A market leader in home standby generators, Generac offers a wide range of models known for their robust design, G-Force engines, and comprehensive monitoring capabilities. Their Mobile Link™ connectivity allows for remote monitoring and management of your generator from anywhere.
- Kohler: Kohler generators are renowned for their powerful performance, quiet operation, and commercial-grade engines built to withstand the toughest conditions. They offer exceptional reliability and are a trusted choice for critical power needs.
- Briggs & Stratton: Combining innovation with decades of engine expertise, Briggs & Stratton provides reliable and efficient home standby generators. Their systems are designed for easy maintenance and provide consistent power during outages.
Professional Generator Installation in Middleborough, MA
Installing a home standby generator is a complex process that requires specialized knowledge and adherence to strict safety codes. At Premier Energy, our certified and experienced technicians ensure a seamless and compliant installation from start to finish.
Our comprehensive installation process includes:
- Initial Consultation and Site Assessment: We begin by understanding your power needs, budget, and property layout. We’ll conduct a thorough site assessment to determine the ideal location for your generator, considering factors like fuel source, noise levels, and local regulations.
- Load Calculation and Sizing: Based on your essential and desired circuits, we perform precise load calculations to recommend the correctly sized generator that can handle your home’s power demands without overworking the unit.
- Permitting and Compliance: Navigating local permits and regulations can be daunting. Our team handles all necessary paperwork and ensures your installation fully complies with Braintree, Quincy, Plymouth, Middleborough, and other local Massachusetts electrical codes and regulations, as well as National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
- Fuel Line Installation: We ensure a safe and proper connection to your home's natural gas or propane supply. All fuel line installations are performed by licensed professionals according to code.
- Electrical Wiring and Transfer Switch Installation: Our licensed electricians meticulously wire the generator to your home’s electrical panel and install the automatic transfer switch, which is the brain of the system, ensuring safe and seamless power transfer.
- Final Testing and Customer Orientation: After installation, we conduct rigorous testing to ensure your generator operates flawlessly. We’ll then provide you with a comprehensive orientation on how to use and understand your new system, including basic maintenance tips.
Our goal is to provide a stress-free installation experience, leaving you with a fully functional and reliable backup power system.
Generator Repair and Maintenance Services
Even the most reliable generators require regular maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Premier Energy offers comprehensive generator service, maintenance, and repair programs to keep your system in peak condition.
Our services include:
- Preventative Maintenance: Regular inspections, oil changes, filter replacements, battery checks, and system diagnostics to catch potential issues before they become major problems. This minimizes breakdowns and extends the life of your generator.
- Emergency Repairs: Should your generator experience an issue, our skilled technicians are available for prompt and efficient repair services. We diagnose problems quickly and utilize genuine parts to get your system back online as soon as possible.
- System Diagnostics and Tune-Ups: Advanced diagnostic tools help us pinpoint any underlying issues, ensuring your generator is always ready to perform.
- Load Bank Testing: We can periodically perform load bank testing to simulate a power outage and verify your generator’s ability to handle your home’s full electrical load.
Unbeatable Generator Warranties
As with any significant home investment, you want the peace of mind that comes with knowing your investment is protected. Premier Energy is committed to providing not only exceptional products and services but also industry-leading warranty solutions.
Our team will help you understand the comprehensive manufacturer warranties of your new Generac, Kohler, or Briggs & Stratton generator.
Premier Energy Solutions helps our customers achieve that peace of mind with unbeatable extended warranties that can last up to 10 full years. These warranties cover both parts and labor for an extended period, ensuring your generator remains a reliable safeguard for your home.
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Generators
Q: How often should I have my generator serviced?
We recommend annual maintenance for most residential standby generators. This ensures optimal performance and can help identify any potential issues before they lead to breakdowns.
Q: What type of fuel do home generators use?
Most home standby generators run on natural gas or liquid propane (LP). We’ll help you determine the best fuel source for your property during the consultation.
Q: Can a generator power my entire home?
Yes, with proper sizing and installation, a standby generator can be configured to power your entire home, or only essential circuits, depending on your needs and budget.
Q: How long can a generator run continuously?
A natural gas generator can run indefinitely as long as the gas supply is uninterrupted. Propane generators are limited by the size of your propane tank. Manufacturers typically recommend periodic shutdowns for maintenance.
Q: Are generators noisy?
Modern home standby generators are designed to operate much quieter than portable generators. Sound levels vary by model and brand, but they are generally comparable to an air conditioning unit.
Q: What is an automatic transfer switch?
An automatic transfer switch (ATS) is the brain of your standby generator system. It senses when the utility power goes out, tells the generator to start, and then safely switches your home’s power source from the utility to the generator. When utility power returns, it switches back.
Protect Your Middleborough, MA, Home Today
Don’t wait for the next power outage to disrupt your life. Invest in the ultimate peace of mind with a home standby generator from Premier Energy Solutions. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation at 508-305-7947 or request service online.