Sizing a generator

Finding The Right Generator

Finding the generator that is right for you is very important. Some customers choose to back up only certain circuits, others choose to back up the entire house. Figuring out what is right for you and your home will help prevent you from purchasing unnecessary coverage.

Remember that this chart is for information only. We offer free quotes to help get the generator you want.

	8 kW	10 kW	14 kW	17 kW	20 kW
Air Conditioning	3-ton	3-ton	up to 5-ton*	up to 5-ton*	up to 5-ton*
Kitchen	X	X	X	X	X
Furnace	X	X	X	X	X
Sump Pump	X	X	X	X	X
Number of Bedrooms	1	1	1	2	2+
Number of Bathrooms	1	2	2	3	3+
Family Room	X	X	X	X	X
Well Pump/Water Heater		X	X	X	X
Home Office			X	X	X
Garage					X

*For multiple A/C units check with your installer for installation options. Rooms and appliances indicated here are for example only.