Don't get caught unprepared during a power outage

You can't control the weather. But you can prepare for the worst case scenario. Don’t wait until disaster strikes to consider installing an emergency generator. Preparing for a power outage is particularly important for families who run a home office, or who have other special needs requiring a steady flow of electricity.

Understanding your family’s needs will help us find the right fit for your home when it comes to generator solutions. There are generally two types: portable generators or standby generators. Portable generators are operated by a manual transfer switch and are usually gas-powered. Portable generators provide enough electricity to power well pumps, septic systems, refrigerators, gas hot water heaters, circulation fans for gas furnaces and ignition power for gas kitchen appliances. A standby generator is permanently installed to your house, usually runs on natural gas or propane and requires an automatic transfer switch. Standby generators can usually power more appliances than a portable generator.

It's better to be safe than sorry, as they say. For more information about installing an emergency generator, check out this article.

All The Best,

Root Electric Services

12120 Darnley Rd,

Woodbridge, VA 22192

(703) 494-3989