ACI Northwest Blog: Archive for the ‘Generators’ Category

Why a Whole House Generator Is a Great Gift for the Family

Monday, December 4th, 2023
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There’s nothing worse than watching kids open gifts on Christmas and then realizing you don’t have the batteries they need, is there? What about having the power go out on a major holiday? That’s definitely worse! But if you had a whole house generator, a power outage wouldn’t even dim your Christmas lights. 

There are a lot of families realizing they have enough (or too many!) things in their homes already and considering giving gifts that improve the quality of life without filling their houses with more stuff. A whole house generator is a perfect gift, one that can keep everything running smoothly under challenging circumstances. Consider these benefits.

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3 Reasons Why Whole-House Generators Are a Great Investment

Monday, April 10th, 2023
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Having your power go out is a huge hassle. Whether it’s ice and snow, a summer electrical storm, or a utility pole taken out by a car accident, power outages can happen at any time. Being prepared for this means having a backup generator. While many people use portable generators, we’d like to offer three reasons to consider a whole-house generator instead.

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3 Signs You Need a Generator Repair

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Timely repairs are necessary to keep your generator working smoothly. If you neglect generator maintenance, you risk having a minor issue worsening into something that requires costly repairs or replacements. Proper and frequent maintenance is crucial if you want your generator to stay in its prime. If you find any signs that you need a generator repair, arrange for generator repair experts to mitigate the problem and find the appropriate solution.

Unsure of what these signs are? Here are three critical ones to look out for:

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With a Generator You Won’t Need Luck To Keep the Lights On

Friday, March 12th, 2021

A home generator that provides electricity during a power outage. It is connected to a propane gas supply.When a big storm rolls through town and knocks out your power, how ready will you be? Maybe you have a portable generator that you can dig out and get running to keep the lights in your home on … mostly. Even with one of these systems though, it can be hard to keep your home running. You don’t have to rely on luck to keep your lights on though. There is a more reliable option you can turn to: a whole-house generator.

If you haven’t considered a whole-house generator for your home’s electricity needs, now might be the perfect time to give this option some attention.

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Why You Might Want a Whole House Generator

Monday, April 13th, 2020

A home generator that provides electricity during a power outage. It is connected to a propane gas supply.The clouds seem to be parting a bit more often and allowing the sun to peek through every once in a while. It certainly isn’t time to go sunbathing but you can tell that spring is trying to break through the leftover winter weather. However, this doesn’t mean that we are completely in the clear. April is supposed to be one of our wettest seasons of the year which can create a risk for things like flooding. Likewise, a bad storm could present problems like down power lines.

What we are getting at here is that weather can be unpredictable and disruptive when you least expect it. And, especially with how much extra time most of us are spending at home, it is important to make sure that you will be able to stay comfortable even if something happens, like the power getting cut off. One way to ensure you stay safe and comfortable while at home is to invest in a  whole house generator.

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How to Survive a Summer Power Outage

Monday, August 6th, 2018

summer sunWe can’t start this blog post off without first mentioning that the best way to survive a summer power outage—or at least, feel comfortable during one—is by preparing for it. Okay, so you never know when a widespread blackout will occur, or if one even will occur this summer—after all, aren’t they more common in the wintertime? That may be the case, but we are certainly not immune to summer blackouts!

And when they do occur, all of the sudden you’re stuck without an air conditioning system, without refrigeration, and typically without a way to keep cool. At least, you’re without all this without a whole house generators in Coeur d’Alene, ID.

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Is It Time for You to Consider Generator Installation?

Monday, February 5th, 2018

Big Backup Natural Gas Generator for House Building OutdoorWhile the worst of our weather doesn’t seem like much compared to other parts of the country—particularly on the east coast—this time of year, that doesn’t mean we’re immune to problems. And some might not even be weather related, such as a power outage.

This may not be a huge concern for you given that the majority of blackouts we’ve been through last hours, not days. However, keeping your heating system and other important pieces of equipment on in the case that we do have a major power outage should be a priority for you. As such, we encourage to you to consider the installation of a whole home generator.

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Should You Schedule Generator Maintenance?

Monday, September 5th, 2016

Summer doesn’t seem to be on its way out any time soon, however that doesn’t mean that now isn’t a great time to think ahead towards the end of the year: a period where you might need to rely on your whole-house generator should an extended power outage occur. The beginning of fall—which is just a couple weeks away—is a great time to arrange for your annual generator maintenance.

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What to Expect During Generator Maintenance

Monday, April 25th, 2016

Your generator is not likely an appliance you give much thought to until you need it. However, it’s absolutely vital that you schedule routine maintenance for this device. After all, by not ensuring that your generator is operating at its intended capacity you may be risking system shutdown when it comes time for you to use it.

Think of routine preventive maintenance like an insurance policy for your generator! While you may think you are capable of performing the following maintenance tasks on your own, it’s best to have a trained professional to care for your system. But what do these professionals actually do during generator maintenance?

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Get the Power Back Fast with a Generac Generator

Monday, March 7th, 2016

Don’t let a power outage leave you stressed out and with unexpected costs you weren’t prepared for. When the power goes out in your neighborhood, your lights can keep on shining through the entire house with the help of a brand of generators trusted across the nation: Generac.

Get Vital Items Back Up and Running with Portable Generators

Portable generators are useful in a lot of ways. They’re perfect for camping trips, outdoor work, and recreational use outside. But many people also purchase portable generators so that they can have some source of backup power in the event of an emergency. And Generac is one of the best brands to use for this purpose.

  • Generac has one of the largest portable generators on the market.
  • Depending on sizing, you can power your refrigerator, lights, portable heater, and more.
  • They are easy to use and can use gasoline or LP fuel.
  • Use it for outdoor use when you’re not backing up your home.

Restore Power to Your Whole Home without Lifting a Finger

Whole-house automatic standby generators have an automatic transfer switch that switches over to gas power shortly after a power outage. So your Generac generator detects an outage within seconds and then restores power in a few more seconds. This means:

  • You don’t have to do a thing; Generac does all the work for you so you can stay safe and comfortable!
  • You get power back to the entire home—not just parts of it.
  • It works if you’re home or if you’re not, so your sump pump, security system, refrigerator, and more can keep going.
  • Performs weekly self-tests for better peace of mind.
  • There are sizes available for all homes.
  • It reverts to electricity as soon as the outage is over.

ACI Northwest is here to help with your home comfort needs or concerns. Please do not hesitate to contact us for helpful advice about Generac generators in the Coeur d’Alene area.

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