Tips To Finding The Right Generator For You. How Titan sizes a whole-house standby generator: brand selection (Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, Champion), kW sizing for your home and AC count, fuel source (natural gas vs propane), placement setbacks from property lines, windows, doors, and electrical service, plus warranty length by brand.
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Today I want to give you some tips on purchasing a whole-house generator. As you see behind me, we have a Briggs & Stratton whole-house generator. The first thing to think about is picking the type of generator and the brand. The type would be whole-house generator. The brand would be probably a Kohler, a Briggs & Stratton, or maybe a Champion generator. The next important tip on a generator is size. The sizing of the generator goes by the size of your house and how many fixtures you have, like air-conditioner units that need to be run off this whole-house generator. Generally speaking, if your house is around 2,000 square feet or smaller and you have one air-conditioner unit, you can probably do a 22 kW generator. If your house is larger, like 2,500, maybe two air-conditioner units, somewhere up to around 4,000 or 5,000 square feet, I would go with a unit like this one, which is a 26 kW. The next important tip you want to consider is the fuel source. Generators usually run on propane or natural gas. If your home has a meter on the side of the house, you have gas coming to the house from the municipality. That's a great way to run your generator. Off of that natural gas. If you don't have natural gas, you would need to get a propane generator. One of the next important features is where the generator is going to be placed. Generally speaking, you'll be 3 ft off any property line minimum. Also, we have to figure in windows and doors. You need to be 5 ft off any windows and doors on your house. Your generator also needs to be fairly close to your electrical service because we're going to be running a service line to the generator over to your electrical panel. Plants and landscaping can also factor into your generator placement. If you have plants in front of the generator, that would be a problem if it's not easy to access, particularly on the exhaust side of the generator. They probably would die if they're closer than 5 ft to the exhaust side. When you're considering generator brands, look at the warranties. Briggs & Stratton has a 7-year warranty, Kohler has a 5-year, and a Champion generator has a 10-year warranty. For more information on generators, go to titanplumbingandelectric.com.
Whole-House Generator Services
If you live in an area with frequent power outages due to storms, call Titan Plumbing and Electric and ask about a backup generator installation today.
Our local storms during storm season range in intensity that no one can predict. While some storms may cause brief outages, a named storm can leave you without power for hours, days or even weeks.
Those with health issues that require electric medical equipment, seniors or aging dependents, those with health concerns, or have children in the home are at most risk during these outages.
Having a Whole-House Generator from Titan Plumbing and Electric can prevent these outages from causing unnecessary disruption to your safety, health, and comfort by providing you with uninterrupted electrical power and service for your entire home and family. This allows you to live comfortably even in the worst of times.
Benefits of Having a Whole-House Generator
Residential backup generators give homeowners peace of mind during unexpected blackouts and outages by providing them with uninterrupted, continuous power. Depending on the unit, a backup generator can power a home for days, allowing you to use washers, dryers, air conditioners, lights, and other appliances. Besides providing power during an outage, backup generators protect against dangerous power surges once the electricity comes back on. While a generator is a significant investment, you'll be glad you have it when you need it.
Trusted Generator Brands: Briggs & Stratton, Kohler & Champion
At Titan Plumbing and Electric, we proudly offer industry-leading generator brands known for their reliability, performance, and long-lasting power. Whether you're preparing for storm season or need backup power for medical equipment and daily comfort, we install and service Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, and Champion generators. These are the most trusted names in the industry.
Each brand offers unique benefits to meet different home power needs. Briggs & Stratton is known for its rugged durability, Kohler stands out with advanced technology and fast startup, and Champion offers exceptional value and performance. Our experienced electricians will help you choose the right unit based on your home's size and your energy priorities. With Titan, you're not just getting a generator. You're getting expert guidance, quality installation, and dependable power when you need it most.
- Briggs & Stratton. A range of durable, high-performing generators.
- Kohler. Combines innovation with long-lasting power solutions.
- Champion. Dependable, cost-effective backup power with user-friendly features.
How Big of a Generator Do I Need?
The average American house loses power once or twice a year, but if you live in an area where bad weather is frequent, you could be without power for longer. Having a generator makes life more comfortable during these times, but be sure you're getting the right size for your home to give you all the power you need.
Many experts recommend getting the smallest generator that will do the job because this saves on fuel. The best way to decide what size generator to get is to ask which essential appliances and gadgets that you can't live without and start there. If you're unsure how to choose, call a professional residential electrician for a consultation.
Why Hire Titan Plumbing and Electric
Tampa residents have many electricians from which to choose when they need help. At Titan Plumbing and Electric, we believe the services we offer make us the best choice. Hire us, and you get:
- premium support
- A 100% satisfaction guarantee on all of our work
- Over 30 years of experience in the industry
- Techs who never try to sell you on a product or service you don't need
Benefits of Having a Whole House Generator
- Provide uninterrupted, continuous power during unexpected blackouts and outages
- Power home for days, allowing use of washers, dryers, air conditioners, lights, and other appliances
- Protect against dangerous power surges once electricity returns
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How Much Does It Cost To Install A Generator?. Realistic price ranges for whole-house generator installation in Tampa, by size and fuel type.
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If you're considering a whole house generator, one of the most common questions is, "What is the cost of a whole house generator installed?" A lot of people see the cost of the generator online and they look and see that a 22 or 24 kW generator is around 56 $7,000 for the unit itself. But that is not the total cost of a generator installation. To get the total cost of the generator installation, you have electrical, plumbing, and setting of the generator to be included. A good price range in Tampa, Florida in 2025 for a whole house generator like the one behind me installed with labor and material is going to run 18 to 25,000. For more information on generators, go to titanplumbinglectric.com. [Music]
Generator Placement: What Goes Into It. Setbacks, ventilation, fuel access, and code: where a standby generator can. And cannot. Go.
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If you're thinking about a whole house generator, we need to think about where the generator is going to be placed. When you look at your property, you want to be at least 3 ft off the property line, 2 ft off of a house, and 5 ft from any windows or doors. You don't want to have the generator too close to an opening because the exhaust fumes could go into the house. So, location of the generator is very important when you're thinking about getting a whole house generator. [Music]
