Whole-House Generators

Whole-House Generator Services

Whole-house generators protect you during power outages.

That means your refrigerator will keep running—you won’t have to throw away half of your groceries. Your lights will stay on—hold those candles for the next romantic dinner! Also, the Wi-Fi will keep working.

Your heating and cooling system won’t miss a beat either so you can stay comfortable. Your sump pump will remain powered so that you can avoid flooding and water damage.

More and more Oregon homeowners are investing in standby generators. With all the unpredictable weather and surprise outages, it’s not hard to see why. With a constant supply of electricity, you’ll always be prepared. You can trust our team at Robben & Sons Heating to help you choose and install a generator that meets all your needs.

How Is a While-House Generator Different From a Portable Generator?

Portable generators are excellent for outdoor activities like camping and tailgating. They are designed to power individual items like lights or appliances.

However, they don’t provide nearly as much power as a whole-house generator. Portable generators are also more prone to overheating or energy overload.

Whole-house generators are permanent home fixtures that ensure you’ll never be without power. Even if your home loses power while you’re away, you can be sure your appliances will keep working. Whole-house generators also increase your home value.

How Does a Whole-House Generator Operate?

Whole house generators sit on a pad outside your Milwaukie, OR, home. They’re sometimes referred to as fixed standby generators. Whenever there is an outage or your equipment malfunctions, your generator kicks on. It automatically begins powering your home.

When the generator detects a disruption in the current, an automatic transfer switch disconnects from your utility and sends electricity to your panel. Running on your home’s natural gas line, the generator can keep your home powered for days. When the electric company restores service, your generator will return to standby mode.

Install Your Whole-House Generator Right Away!

Don’t wait for the next power outage. Robben & Sons Heating is pleased to offer our expertise and years of customer service to the community in Milwaukie, OR. Call us today at 503-238-HEAT or request service online to learn more about whole-house generators or schedule service.