Yost & Campbell Heating, Cooling & Generators Blog: Archive for the ‘Generators’ Category

How an Automatic Standby Generator Works: An Explanation

Monday, March 18th, 2024

We talk a lot on this blog about powerful whole-home generators that can do amazing things—but we rarely go over the details. This is usually due to the fact that many customers don’t really want to concern themselves with the “how” or “why” their system works, just that they get something that truly does work when it’s supposed to. We completely understand this perspective and think it’s perfectly fine.

But for curious customers, that’s not enough. They want to know how the system works from start to finish so they can feel like their purchase was justified. This makes sense too, human beings are smart and we often want to figure out or discover what turns our lights on or the impact we have on our environment.

So, before any hesitant customers shy away from generator installation in Irvington, NY, we’re going to break down how these systems work and compare them to portable counterparts. Then customers can make the choice for themselves.

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Storms, Outages, and a Sound Protection Plan

Monday, December 25th, 2023

Winters can be hit or miss in New York. Sometimes the forecast can be full of snow, causing things to get backed up and road conditions to become unsafe. Other winters see barely any snow at all and just a lot of cold rain and storms instead. But the temperature is usually always chilly, which means everyone is powering their heating units on the grid, causing outages that come and go.

This is why, for many in our area, generators and maintenance go hand in hand as a protection plan. Bad storms and outages are almost a given each year, so having a plan in place to keep electricity flowing and to help HVAC equipment last is going to be a huge boon for a home’s comfort and reliability. Today, we’re going to focus on the benefits of having this kind of emergency protection plan in place, and how anyone could set one up.

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Generator News: Industry Trends to Be Aware Of

Monday, October 2nd, 2023

Generators didn’t use to be as important as they are today. This is due to a few factors, but the most important of which is the simple fact that we use more electrical devices than we used to. These are some fundamental reasons why a generator is a great purchase for a 21st-century home.

When the power went out in the old days, families would sit around the fire and play board games by candlelight. Now, everyone needs to figure out how to charge their phones so their morning alarm still works, or how to cook dinner without having the toaster or air fryer working.

Our lives are just better and more comfortable with electrical power, which is why having a generator will do wonders for a home. But with generators comes generator service in Pelham, NY, which means that customers can be hesitant to invest in such an important system.

These are some fundamental reasons why a generator is a great purchase for a 21st-century home.

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It Might Be Time to Replace That Generator

Monday, July 10th, 2023

Weather events are getting more erratic and record-breaking each and every day. From flooding events to heatwaves, our power grid is being strained beyond what it would normally endure. This can lead to power outages during the worst moments possible for a family.

A generator is a great tool to have for a number of different reasons. Perhaps someone works from home and they require power to provide for their family, even if the grid goes down. Or, maybe in the event of a power outage, people still want to feel safe and secure in their home. A generator will help reach these goals, as long as it’s in good shape.

For customers who have recently had their generator ruined, either due to weather events or just old age, now might be the perfect time to finally invest in a new generator installation in Scarsdale, NY. A new system, set up by professionals and maintained properly, could last well into the foreseeable future.

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Generators: An Investment for Tomorrow

Monday, March 6th, 2023

Weather events are getting more and more unpredictable by the day. Here in the tri-state area, trying to plan for weather events like storms, hurricanes, snowfall, and the following power outages is just something that’s become normal. But one way to protect a family and a home in the years to come is with an automatic standby generator.

Generators, specifically automatic standby generators, can turn on when the power goes out and supply enough energy to refrigerators, lights, and even televisions so families can gather together and wait out the storm with movies and activities. A home can still remain safe and secure with the help of a generator installation in the Bronx, NY.

This blog will highlight some of the best reasons to invest in this kind of system. Remember, a generator installation is an investment in the future and the security of a home and family.

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Go Pro for Generators

Monday, October 3rd, 2022

With the recent news of a hurricane that hit Florida and power outages throughout certain parts of the country, the idea of having a whole-home generator is seeming more important by the day. Sure, our power grid is a bit different and we deal with other types of weather patterns, but we can still be the victim of outages, especially due to flooding and windstorms.

The problem we now face is that some people think the generator they installed themselves, or the portable generator they have in the garage, is going to work as well as one installed by a pro. This usually isn’t the case. And for generator repairs in the Bronx, NY, going pro can keep homeowners more comfortable, safer, and feeling like they didn’t waste money on a system that’s supposed to protect them.

Let’s talk about some reasons to contact a pro for generator services.

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Generator Maintenance Is a High Priority

Monday, August 8th, 2022

Generators that our team provides to customers throughout Westchester County require maintenance every once in a while. They might not need as much maintenance as some other systems that we use more regularly, like air conditioners or plumbing components, but they’re still in need of maintenance so they don’t fall apart or become a safety concern.

This blog post is dedicated to discussing some of the finer points about generator maintenance in Westchester County, NY. For anyone out there who might be confused as to why they would ever invest in this kind of service, especially in a world where everything seems so expensive and people are tightening their budgets, this makes generator maintenance even more important.

So let’s touch on three things that might be important. The first will be what happens when customers invest in generator maintenance. The second will be why generator maintenance is important, and the third will be about what can happen when generator maintenance is neglected.

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It’s Time to Ditch the Portable Generator

Monday, April 4th, 2022

Portable generators are great for specific uses. If anyone’s got an RV and they like to camp throughout the summer, for example, there’s no better system to use for that situation than a portable generator. They’re good for providing fast electricity while people are on the go, and they’re perfect for supplying energy when only a few appliances require it.

However, we need to be honest when talking about this topic. Most homeowners who use portable generators are not using them to go camping or for setting up events like weddings and reunions. These systems are being used as backup for power outages in normal residential settings, and in this type of situation, they’re just not worth the hassle.

Today, we’d like to discuss a few reasons why we think homeowners should make the switch from portable generators to automatic standby generators in Westchester County, NY.

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The Most Energy-Efficient Generators to Invest In

Friday, October 29th, 2021

Many homeowners start thinking about which generators are the most energy-efficient when they’re forced to call a professional for generator repair in White Plains, NY because a portable generator, or their old standby generator, has broken down.

Is it worth paying to repair your generator? Or perhaps a consumer would be better off spending that money on a new generator that’s more energy-efficient. These are the questions we can help any curious customers answer.

Yes, some generators are more powerful and energy-efficient than others, but they’re also more expensive. Natural gas is the go-to power source for highly efficient generator systems, and for homes without access to natural gas, things can be a lot more complicated. Our team specializes in the installation and repairs of many generator systems that are designed to minimize energy costs. Let’s get into specifics down below.

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Generators Are Becoming More and More Important

Monday, September 6th, 2021

We’ve seen some pretty crazy weather this summer. By now we can assume that every homeowner in the tri-state area has seen the videos of the New York City subway flooding, and streets being shut down due to weather events.

While it can definitely be discouraging, homeowners in our area are getting smart. Investing in a generator installation in Westchester, NY might be the best way to prepare for weather events that could threaten the power of the neighborhood. Especially when working with our team, homeowners can get access to natural gas-powered generators that also work to power an entire home. Phones can stay charged, the refrigerator will keep food from spoiling, and the next crazy weather event will feel more like a vacation than anything else!

Let’s discuss how generators might be more important as years go on, and why now is the best time to invest in one.

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