photo of a man checking the dipstick in a generator engine. The image is close cropped so only the man's arms and left leg are visible to the left of the frame, and the generator engine appears large in the right half of the frame.
Ensuring Reliable Backup Power: The Importance of Generator Maintenance Contracts

Like any other combustion engine, a generator will reward your diligent maintenance with longer, trouble-free service. Learn more here.

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Why a Generator Could Be Your Best Home Improvement Move

At first, a generator may seem like a significant expense–but as outages become more frequent, it can recoup its cost and avoid stress in the long run.

a black background with two photos superimposed. One inset picture, taking up the upper left of the image, is of a Generac liquid cooled generator. Only the exterior is shown, with right front of the rectangular prism chassis in the foreground an what appears to be a home in the close-cropped background. In the lower right of the composition, the inset picture is of a Generac air-cooled generator chassis in a similar orientation but with more of the right side showing. This photo has a wider crop, with a wood fence in the background and the home further back along the fence.
Air-Cooled vs. Liquid-Cooled Generators: Which Is Best for Your Central NJ Home?

If you read this title and thought, “why is cooling a factor in choosing a generator?” this article is for you. In it, we explain the two main generator cooling systems and why they matter.

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Buying a Generator for Central NJ Properties: Weather and Climate Considerations

Learn key climate-related considerations when purchasing and maintaining a standby generator for Central NJ homes or businesses.

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What Size Standby Generator Do I Need?

Once you’ve made the decision to invest in a standby generator, the next question is how many kilowatts of power do you need? This article helps answer this.

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What is Load Bank Testing and Why Is It Needed?

For proper fuel efficiency and standards compliance, load bank testing on commercial generators is critical. Learn about this important test here.

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Diesel Fuel Maintenance for Reliable Standby Generators

Diesel fuel’s limited shelf life can be extended with additives, regular testing and as-needed polishing, saving cost and the Earth.