Why Your Standby Generator and Propane Supply Should Be Planned Together

A Generator Isn't the Only Part of Your Backup-Power Plan

When homeowners shop for backup power, most of the attention naturally goes to the generator.

What can be overlooked is the fuel source that supports it.

For a standby generator operating on propane, the generator and propane supply should be considered together when planning the backup-power system.

The generator produces the electricity. The propane supply helps make operation possible when it is needed.

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Start With Your Backup-Power Needs

Every home's needs are different.

Your generator selection may be influenced by the equipment and systems you want available during an outage.

Once the generator is identified, its fuel requirements become another important part of planning. That's where the propane tank enters the conversation.

The Advantage of Looking at the Complete System

Treating these as completely separate decisions can make planning more complicated than necessary.

Planning sequence
Home's backup-power needs  >  Generator  >  Fuel requirements  >  Propane tank

This creates a more logical path for designing the project.

For customers working with Allan Dearth & Sons, the company can now discuss both the standby generator and propane tank installation.

What Should I Tell My Generator Installer?

When discussing propane-powered backup power, be prepared to talk about:

·       The generator you're considering or already own

·       Your backup-power goals

·       How you anticipate using the generator

·       Other propane-powered equipment, if applicable

·       Your property and proposed installation

·       Questions you have about propane tank requirements

Don't worry if you don't have every detail. The purpose of the initial conversation is to help determine what your project needs.

What If I Already Own My Generator?

You can still discuss propane tank installation with Allan Dearth & Sons.

If you already have a generator and need to address its propane supply, provide the team with information about the existing equipment when you contact them.

One Team for More of Your Backup-Power Project

Adding propane tank installation gives Allan Dearth & Sons the ability to help customers with another important part of their backup power needs.

If you're considering a standby generator, ask about incorporating propane tank installation into your project.

If you already own a generator or simply need a propane tank, you can discuss that project as well.

Plan Your Propane and Generator Solution

Don't wait until the generator installation is underway to start thinking about its fuel supply.

Talk with Allan Dearth & Sons about your generator, propane needs and property so the team can help you determine an appropriate solution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why should my generator and propane tank be planned together?

A propane generator depends on its fuel supply. Considering generator requirements and propane needs together helps create a more complete backup-power plan.

Can Allan Dearth & Sons handle both?

Allan Dearth & Sons provides generator services and now provides and installs propane tanks based on individual project requirements.

Can I request propane installation for an existing generator?

Yes. Contact Allan Dearth & Sons to discuss your existing equipment and propane needs.

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