Three Home Backup Generator Options to Suite Your Needs
At Bright Light Electric, we offer a range of backup power solutions tailored to your home and budget. Whether you’re looking for a more affordable option or a full-scale backup system, we have a solution that’s right for you. Here’s a breakdown of the three options:
Economic Option: Generator Interlock Kit
Best for: Budget-conscious homeowners who want a basic but effective backup power solution.
A Generator Interlock Kit is an affordable and simple option that allows you to safely connect a portable generator to your home’s electrical panel during an outage. Here’s how it works:
- What it Does: The interlock kit prevents the grid power and generator power from running simultaneously, ensuring safety. You manually connect your generator to the panel and switch between utility power and generator power.
- Ideal for: Those who need power for critical appliances, such as your refrigerator or a few lights, and can manually operate the generator during an outage.
Midrange Option: Manual Tranfer Switch
Best for: Homeowners who want a more user-friendly, reliable option without the cost of a whole-home generator.
A Manual Transfer Switch (MTS) is a great middle-ground solution. It allows you to safely connect a portable generator to your electrical panel, but unlike the Interlock Kit, it simplifies the process.
- What it Does: With an MTS, you simply plug your generator into the switch, and it automatically transfers the power from the utility to your generator. You can safely power specific circuits in your home without needing to manually operate the system.
- Ideal for: Homeowners who want to power key circuits like lights, HVAC, refrigerator, and small appliances.
Best option: Whole Home Backup Generator
Best for: Homeowners who want complete peace of mind with automatic, uninterrupted power during an outage.
A Whole Home Generator is the ultimate solution for those who want their home fully powered during an outage without lifting a finger.
- What it Does: This fully automated system detects a power outage and automatically starts the generator, powering your entire home (or as many circuits as you choose). No manual effort is needed; your home seamlessly switches to generator power.
- Ideal for: Homeowners who want to ensure that all essential systems (heating, cooling, appliances, lights, security) continue running without disruption.
