How to Design a Home Backup Power System for Peace of Mind
When the grid goes down, your home should keep running — not shut down. A well-planned backup power system keeps key appliances, heating or cooling, communications and security systems alive during an outage.
At Remarkable Generators, we work with homeowners in Hamilton, Burlington, Milton and the Niagara region to size, plan and install home standby systems that deliver reliability and safety.
Steps to Plan Your Home Backup Power System
– Identify your critical loads: list appliances and systems you need during an outage (e.g., furnace, refrigerator, sump pump, internet gateway, lighting).
– Choose your coverage level: Full-home backup (everything) or essential-loads only (key circuits).
– Select your fuel source: Natural gas, propane or diesel each have pros and cons depending on site and duration of need.
– Determine generator size and transfer switch: Match capacity to load and installation location; ensure automatic switching for seamless transition.
– Plan maintenance and testing: Regular run-cycles and inspections keep the system ready when you need it most.
Frequently Asked Question
Q: Do I need a full-home generator, or will a smaller unit work?
A: It depends on your budget, outage risk, and how you live. A smaller system covering essentials may cost less and still meet your needs. If you want full comfort, all appliances and systems on, then a full-home standby generator is the way to go. We’ll help you evaluate during the assessment.
Branded Tip: Keep a labelled circuit list of what your generator powers — it helps the installer and ensures you know what’s covered when the power goes out.
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