What is a home standby generator system?

A home standby generator is your home’s automatic safety net. It is permanently installed outside your house and runs on natural gas or propane.

The system includes a transfer switch that constantly watches your utility power. When the power goes out, the switch starts the generator and moves your home onto backup power within seconds.

With enough fuel and regular maintenance, a standby generator can run for days at a time, keeping your lights, AC, refrigerator, and even medical equipment operating until utility power is restored.