Why It Benefits to Have a Generator

A heavy storm blowing through town can easily lead to a loss of electricity. A lack of power to a home or business for even a short period of time can cause a wide range of difficulties. Let’s take a look at a few benefits of having a portable or fixed generator ready to use:

Medical equipment

A constant electrical supply is essential for people who rely on medical equipment at home. A typical piece of hardware is the oxygen machine. This is a small piece of machinery that can easily be powered by a portable generator in the event of a power cut. Also, for the elderly or those with breathing problems it can benefit to keep the air conditioner working in hot weather.

Sump pumps

Keeping the sump pump running at all times is important to minimize flooding related issues. A backup generator will make sure the pump is able to continue operating even in times of the heaviest downpours.

Home appliances

A standard use of the generator is to keep the main home appliances running, such as the refrigerator, freezer, or coffee machine. Also, if it is possible to keep things like the internet and television running, the time you are left waiting for the power to be switched back on will be less stressful.

Contractors

Contractors working on a new building site often rely on one of the portable generators to power tools. A few situations where portable power is needed are with lights at night-time and hand hand-tools like an air compressor, driller, saw, angle grinder, etc.

Business environment

Installing a generator in a business environment will make sure a short-term power outage does not have a negative impact on trade. Many businesses can benefit from a generator. For instance, a small business like a butcher shop, rural market or family restaurant can continue to trade and avoid the loss of money and time related to a period of not having a local power supply. Even a compact generator is enough to keep a business trading for a short period.

Outdoor activities

A portable generator is a useful piece of kit for a wide range of camping and recreational activities. If camping in the wilderness, many people will still want to benefit from a few home luxuries, such as the ability to power a refrigerator or using a coffee maker first thing in the morning. Also, they are just as useful for backyard or park based activities.