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If you are in the market to buy a whole home generator, there are several topics to consider.  The Experts at Lucci Electric can and will walk you through these, but here are some questions to help you make the right choice.

1. What are your power needs?
   Is it important to support the whole home including heating, cooling, water, lights, kitchen and laundry appliances. Or can you do without washing and drying your clothes for a few days?

The answer to this question will determine the wattage required for your generator to support.

2. Do you want your generator to work automatically or are you home and available to set it up if power goes out?
   Keep in mind, that if you are away often, an automatic will protect your home.
3. What are your available fuel options?
   Natural gas is a great alternative for automatic whole home generators, but many areas don’t have natural gas.
   Propane is also excellent and might already be fueling other things at your home (i.e. outdoor cooking, pool)
4. What is your budget?
   Portable generators are less expensive upfront but less convenient and generally can only handle limited power in your home.
   Many generator companies offer financing to help pay overtime.
   Also, you might qualify for a homeowner insurance discount with an automatic whole home generator.

Call Lucci Electric today and find out what is the best solution to meet your needs and keep your power running as we head into storm season.

While the Northeastern part of the U.S. has not had as many hurricanes as the south, there have been 11 in the past several decades that have been significant.

A summary of these hurricanes include:

Hurricane Gloria (1985) – This hurricane caused widespread damage across Long Island, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, leading to significant power outages and structural damage.

Hurricane Bob (1991) – Striking mainly New England, it caused extensive damage in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, with substantial flooding and wind damage.

Hurricane Floyd (1999) – Although it weakened to a tropical storm by the time it reached the Northeast, it brought severe flooding, especially in New Jersey and New York.

Hurricane Isabel (2003) – Mostly affecting the Mid-Atlantic, it also impacted parts of the Northeast with strong winds and coastal flooding.

Hurricane Irene (2011) – This hurricane caused major flooding and power outages throughout the region, particularly in New York, New Jersey, and Vermont.

Hurricane Sandy (2012) – Perhaps the most infamous recent hurricane to hit the Northeast, Sandy caused unprecedented damage, especially in New Jersey and New York, with extensive flooding, power outages, and destruction of property.

These hurricanes illustrate the varied impacts on the region, from flooding and storm surges to strong winds and widespread power outages.

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There is still time to prepare. Lucci Electric can provide a plan and free estimate for an automatic standby generator if you don’t have one and if you do, Lucci can make sure it’s running and ready to weather any storm that comes our way.