Reliable power is essential to keep your home and your family safe in the Minneapolis area, whether it is the typical cold winter night, an extremely hot summer evening, or there is a large storm bearing down. But even the most competent utility providers cannot guarantee that power will be on around the clock, as the power grid is vulnerable to storm damage, traffic accidents, maintenance issues, and more.
When you need a dependable source of emergency power for your Minneapolis home, turn to our team at 4Front Energy Solutions. We feature top-quality whole-home generators from Generac, as well as complete generator installation and repair services to make sure your generator is ready when you need it. Our team offers superior service, and our company is fully licensed and insured with excellent customer reviews and great specials and discounts.
How Does a Generac Generator Work?
By default, Generac whole-home generators operate in a standby mode that constantly monitors the power coming into your home from the utility grid. If it detects a power outage, the generator will automatically start and provide power to all the electrical devices in your home. Once the generator has detected that grid power has been restored, it will transfer the loads back to the utility grid, shut the generator down, and return to standby mode.
Benefits of Generac Standby Generators
Generac standby generators are some of the best in the industry, with advanced features that make them reliable, convenient, and easy to use. By choosing a Generac whole-home generator, you can enjoy the following benefits:
- Peace-of-mind – With a dependable standby generator, you can make sure you have the emergency power you need for operating HVAC equipment, refrigerators, stoves, medical devices, and communications equipment like radios, TVs, or routers, giving your family comfort and peace of mind during extended power outages.
- Smooth operation – Innovative designs, top-quality engines, and advanced alternators combine to provide smooth, quiet operation with superior reliability, high fuel efficiency, and clean power with less than 5% total harmonic distortion.
- Ease of use – Generac generators start up and shut down automatically while providing real-time feedback through features like MobileLink WiFi.
- MobileLink WiFi – This free app for your mobile device allows you to monitor the status of your generator, receive alerts in real time, stay up-to-date with generator maintenance, and more.
What Fuel Type Does a Generac Generator Require?
Most Generac standby generators for home use operate on natural gas, meaning that you will have a virtually endless supply with no refueling if natural gas is available to your home. If there is no natural gas in your area, propane is also an option, requiring on-site storage with periodic fuel delivery. In areas where propane or natural gas are not viable options, some Generac home standby generators can be powered by diesel fuel.
Why Choose 4Front Energy?
At 4Front Energy, we have over 30 years of combined experience providing HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services. Our factory-trained technicians have the skill and experience to keep your Generac generator running at its best, and we offer superior service and customer satisfaction.
Give us a call today to schedule your Generac whole-home generator installation in Minneapolis or the surrounding areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your generator should be serviced by a qualified professional once a year. This should include routine maintenance like changing the oil, replacing the air filter, testing the battery, load-testing the generator, and more. A standby generator is securely mounted outside your home and permanently wired to your electrical system, ensuring safe, reliable operation. Portable generators must be set up and connected manually before each use, and they have a higher risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and electrocution. The generator should be sized to meet the current draw or wattage needs of all the devices you will be using during a power outage. Our team can help you determine the best generator size for your needs.How often does my Generac generator require professional maintenance?
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