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Q: Is it safe to run a generator continuously?

• <div><p>It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you&rsquo;re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. </p></div>

Q: What happens with the generator when the local power goes back on?

• <div><p>If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you&rsquo;ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.</p></div>

Q: Can you use your electric car as a backup battery?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re wondering <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/using-electric-car-as-home-generator.htm">if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery</a>, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.</p></div>

Q: What size whole house generator do I need to run central AC?

• <div><p>To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/whole-house-generator-sizing.htm">generator size</a>. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.</p></div>

Q: What size generator do I need for a 2,500-square-foot house?

• <div><p>A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.</p></div>

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Last update on January 01, 2026

Reviewed in February 2025
Job was completed within 24 hours of my inquiry on Homeadvisor. Owner of business, Bennett Baritell showed up as agreed, delivered and installed the hot water tank in a timely and professional manner for a reasonable price. I was provided with a written statement of warranty for labor for 2...
CNY Hot Water Experts & Home Service Professionals
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Reviewed in April 2024
Very professional service. Remodeled entire house. Painted walls and ceiling. Installed new floor, kitchen cabinets, bathroom tub and vanity, floor and wall tile. Installed new interior and exterior doors, casing and baseboard.
Euro Renovation
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Reviewed in November 2023
We had a wonderful experience from start to finish with New York Sash. Kevin, our sales consultant was excellent at his presentation describing all the options. Wonderful sense of humor and not at all pushing for the sale. We took 24 hours and called him back to say yes. Patrick, our installer...
New York Sash
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Reviewed in October 2023
Was very impressed with the installation and the installers ..they were knowledgeable polite and great workers..installation looks remarkable all wiring and piping to the house looks neat and professional..so far generator has run 2 tests and all is working..would recommend Hurricane Solutions...
Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2022
Prompt arrival. Knowledgeable and helped me understand the problem.
McCool Mechanical
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Reviewed in September 2022
Upon Adam's visit, he thoroughly inspected a previous basement and sump pump installation. All the while explaining exactly what was done in addition to answering our questions and concerns. Truly a professional of the highest ilk. Highly recommend Everdry and Adam for future projects.
Everdry Waterproofing of Upstate New York
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Reviewed in January 2022
Tech was excellent. Did service of generator.
Anderson Water & Power
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Reviewed in July 2021
We hired 4 Power Now to install our new furnace and central A/C unit in April 2021. They were prompt, cleaned up well and initially we were happy with the work. Very shortly after the installation, water was leaking out of the furnace onto the basement floor. After leaving multiple voicemails to...
4 Power Now Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2018
Drew, Andy, Ed, and Ralph were awesome to work with, very professional. Glad I picked this team; there were many that came by. Drew’s crew came everyday prior to 7am, and clean up every night prior to leaving. Drew is an excellent leader, he is very meticulous, and knows exactly what he is...
Van Derhoof Roofing Co Inc
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