Natural Gas Home Electricity Generator
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If you’ve been stranded without power due to storms or other disruptions, natural gas generators are a great way to ensure you have power when you need it. Fueled continuously by natural gas, generators are fully automatic, turning on within seconds of an electrical outage and turning off when the power returns.
If you are considering a natural gas backup generator for your home, there are important things you need to know before making your purchase. Prior to your purchase and installation, let us help you determine:
- If the current natural gas system in your neighborhood can support your emergency generator
- If your home’s existing natural gas service line can provide enough pressure to properly run the generator
- If your natural gas meter is large enough to properly run the generator
- What other expenses are involved other than the purchase of the generator and potential gas infrastructure upgrades
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All of these items may factor into your decision, so let Virginia Natural Gas help you get started. Call us at 866.399.9778 to let our Market Development team analyze the requirements for the equipment you’d like to purchase.
After our review of your home’s requirements, we will contact you regarding next steps. In the event Virginia Natural Gas requires upgrading your meter and/or service to accommodate your new equipment, additional charges may apply.
Please allow four to six weeks for upgrade work to be completed once final approvals are received.
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The average cost to install a home generator is just over $3,700. Prices start as low as $400 and go as high as $9,500. There’s likely a budget-friendly option if you need backup power.
How Much Is It to Install Whole House Standby vs Portable Generators?
Prices depend on the square footage and use in the house. A small, standby unit for your whole house can run $500. One with more than 20kW of power can cost up to $6,000.
Portable prices run from a low of $400 up to $2,000. They’ll need a transfer switch to connect to your circuit box. Transfer switches cost $500-$900.
Each option has its pros and cons.
- Cheap but demand more work.
- Owners must be at home to switch on and refuel.
- Work even if you’re away during an outage.
- Costs are steep for homes larger than a normal condo.
- Good for one to three years of constant use.
- Can last more than a decade used only when urgent.
How Much Does Natural Gas Generator Installation Cost?
Natural gas units run between $1,900 and $5,000. They use more fuel, but also connect to the utility grid. That means no need for local fuel or batteries.
What Are Common Installation Price Factors?
Generators produce power on demand if the grid fails. Before you install one, consider:
- Do your needs and budget suit a standby or portable?
- What kind of fuel does it use? Solar power is on the rise. Its needs differ from petrol, diesel or natural gas.
- How much power will the unit need to put out? Working this out is complex and best done by an expert. They’ll help you avoid costly generator electrical mistakes.
- Is the unit hard to reach? This might drive up the cost of an install.
“I’ve seen a lot of bad installations,” says Kristin Judy, senior marketing manager at Spectrum Electric of Conifer, Colo. “They’ve blown up their transfer switches and burnt up the coils. The wiring is backwards inside the transfer switch, which gets fried. We’ve seen it all.
“If you wire it wrong, you have the potential to back-feed the grid. Your generator is then putting energy into the grid, and it can cause big problems for linemen, firefighters and emergency responders.”
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How Much Does a Generac Generator Cost?
Generac standby systems run an average $1,900 for a 7kW unit. They range up to $5,800 for a 22kW unit. That’s enough to power a 5,000-square-foot home for a day.
Costs differ based on the type of unit:
- Gasoline models run up to $3,000.
- Diesel costs up to $15,000.
- Solar, natural gas and liquid propane fall between those extremes.
The cost of an install can run between $500 and $3,000. This depends on many factors. Some experts advise planning for the install to match the unit’s cost.
Generac’s portable models are cheaper than the standby units. They range from $300 to $3,000.
Generator Maintenance Factors
A standby unit is only useful if it's well maintained. It's a good idea to schedule routine check-ups. A check-up should cover all the parts needed by your unit type.
Make sure you’re fully informed about the costs of generator upkeep and repair.
Hiring for Generator Installation and Maintenance
“It’s not like changing an outlet – or doing some minor electrical work,” says Kristin of Spectrum Electric. “Installing a generator is a pretty substantial project that – if done wrong – can affect more than just you.
“The dangers of doing it yourself can include wiring it wrong, back-feeding the grid, damaging the equipment you spent money on. Knowledge of the actual product matters.
'Homeowners should make sure that the contractor is a licensed electrician,” says Kristin. “They should make sure that they are registered with the county and that they’re pulling all the permits. If you’re going to sell your house down the road, you want to make sure it’s all documented and done properly.”
It's almost always best to hire an electrical contractor rather than doing it yourself.
Research their background and client feedback before you hire. Check ratings and reviews from Angie’s List. Get a detailed and easy-to-read quote in writing.
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