Prepare for the unexpected with a standby generatorPower outages are becoming more frequent with weather, power line failures, and rolling brownouts. A brief power outage can be an inconvenience, but outages can quickly stretch from hours into days. Once bad weather hits, it's too late. Get peace of mind and keep your family safe and comfortable.Keep your food from spoiling, your air conditioning and heating system running, and your lights on - no matter how long the power is out. Fully automatic, convenient uninterrupted performance.An automatic standby generator is a backup power supply for your home. Conveniently connected to a permanent natural gas or liquid propane fuel source, you'll never have to worry about refueling the unit. Standby generators seamlessly integrate with your electrical system, automatically starting when it detects an utility power outage - whether you are at home or away. When power returns, the generator shuts off. SRE will help you choose a system that meets your needs.Proper sizing and installation of your generator is critical to ensuring that it is ready to operate when the power goes out. Whether your goal is to maintain key appliances and lighting, or to keep all the comforts of your home, such as central air conditioning, SRE will help you find the perfect system to fit your needs. Then we'll handle delivery, installation (including concrete pad for installation), and full electrical and gas interconnection. SRE offers generators from all major manufacturers, including Briggs & Stratton, Rheem, Ruud, Lennox, Kohler, and Generac. Residential Backup Generator InformationSizing GeneratorsThe following table gives approximate sizing for residential backup generators based on the square footage of the house. Electrical loads can vary significantly for house to house, but this table can be used as a rule of thumb. | Rated Generator Capacity | House Area, ft2 | | 8 kW | 1600 | | 12 kW | 2000 | | 18 kW | 3000 | | 30 kW | 5000 | | 35 kW | 6000 | | 45 kW | 8000 |
8kW/ 1600 ft2 Generator Series
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Continuous kW Rating (NG):
Surge kW Rating (NG):
Sound:
Dimensions (LxWxH):
Weight:
| Kohler, RES
6.3 kW
NS
65 dB(A)
44.2”x 28.6”x 31.6”
400 lbs
| Briggs & Stratton,
EmPower
6.0 kW
9.0 kW
81 dB(A)
32” x 34.25” x 38.5”
280 lbs
| Generac, Guardian
7.0 kW
NS
62 dB(A)
48” x 25” x 29”
340 lbs
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12kW/ 2600 ft2 Generator Series
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Continuous kW Rating (NG):
Surge kW Rating (NG):
Sound:
Dimensions (LxWxH):
Weight:
| Kohler, RES
10.4 kW
NS
65 dB(A)
44.5”x 30.5”x 32.5”
410 lbs
| Briggs & Stratton,
IntelliGEN
11.0 kW
14.5 kW
65 dB(A)
49.7” x 33.75” x 31.6”
507 lbs
| Generac, Guardian
13.0 kW
NS
66 dB(A)
48” x 25” x 29”
439 lbs
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17kW/ 3000 ft2 Generator Series
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Continuous kW Rating (NG):
Surge kW Rating (NG):
Sound:
Dimensions (LxWxH):
Weight:
| Kohler, RES
16.0 kW
NS
68 dB(A)
47.2”x 28.6”x 31.6”
500 lbs
| Briggs & Stratton,
IntelliGEN
18.0 kW
25.0 kW
68 dB(A)
48.7” x 33.75” x 31.6”
568 lbs
| Generac, Guardian
16.0 kW
NS
66 dB(A)
48” x 25” x 29”
455 lbs
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30kW/ 5000 ft2 Generator Series
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Continuous kW Rating (NG):
Surge kW Rating (NG):
Sound:
Dimensions (LxWxH):
Weight:
| Kohler, RES
27.0 kW
NS
65 dB(A)
72.8”x 33.9”x 36.8”
475 lbs
| Briggs & Stratton,
IntelliGEN
27.0 kW
33.0 kW
65 dB(A)
84.5” x 39.5” x 41.5”
1800 lbs
| Generac, Guardian
30.0 kW
NS
75 dB(A)
62.2” x 29” x 33.5”
935 lbs
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45kW/ 8000 ft2 Generator Series
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Continuous kW Rating (NG):
Surge kW Rating (NG):
Sound:
Dimensions (LxWxH):
Weight:
| Kohler, RES
42 kW
NS
71 dB(A)
86.6”x 40.9”x 80”
985 lbs
| Briggs & Stratton,
IntelliGEN
42 kW
54 kW
65 dB(A)
95.8” x 39.5” x 44”
2100 lbs
| Generac, Guardian
45 kW
NS
73 dB(A)
76.8” x 33.5” x 45.1”
1414 lbs
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100kW/ ft2 Generator Series
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Continuous kW Rating (NG):
Surge kW Rating (NG):
Sound:
Dimensions (LxWxH):
Weight:
| Kohler, RES
100 kW
NS
75 dB(A)
94.5”x 40.9”x 89.9”
NS
| Generac, Guardian
45 kW
NS
72 dB(A)
115.2” x 36.8” x 54.8”
NS
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Act now to get peace of mind that you'll never be without power again.
Fill out the form or call (877) 923-7733 to speak with an SRE Energy Expert.Starting requirements for central air conditioners can vary widely. Your SRE consultant will help you determine what size generator your power needs will require.
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