FAQ

FAQ’s On Generator Sales, Installation & More

Can’t find an answer to your specific question below? No problem! Our Peterborough generator specialists are always happy to answer any questions you have. Contact us anytime at 705-931-0938, toll free at 1-888-742-3468, or via email at info@thegeneratorcentre.com.

  • WHAT SIZE OF GENERATOR WILL I NEED?

    Sizes will vary from home to home, but generally most homes will require the 7kW to 22kW air-cooled size.

  • HOW LOUD ARE THE GENERATORS?

    The air-cooled generators 62DBA = to a bit louder than the hum of an Air Conditioning Unit to as quiet as your car idling in the liquid cooled units.

  • HOW MUCH SERVICE IS INVOLVED?

    When dealing with electricity producing devices extra care is necessary, we recommend annual servicing to maximize safe usage.

  • HOW LONG DO THEY LAST?

    A properly maintained generator should provide you with many years of operation under emergency stand-by conditions. Air-cooled units are not designed for continuous power usage (24/7, 365 days). Liquid cooled units are designed for longer outages on a regular basis. We also have off-grid eco-gen systems to back-up solar or wind. 

  • HOW LONG UNTIL I RECEIVE MY GENERATOR?

    We have most air cooled generators in stock. Booking is usually 2-3 weeks for installs.

  • HOW DO I ORDER A GENERAC GENERATOR?

    You can contact us at 705-931-0938, toll free at 1-888-742-3468 or via email at info@thegeneratorcentre.com for a free, no obligation site inspection and quote.

  • WHAT TYPE OF FUEL SUPPLY WILL RUN THE GENERATOR?

    All stand-by generators use both Liquid Propane (LP) and Natural Gas.

  • CAN YOU INSTALL MY GENERATOR?

    Yes. We are certified installation experts with 12 years experience and over 2000 installs.

  • HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

    Call for a free, no obligation site inspection and quote.

  • HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO RUN?

    Depending on the price of natural gas and electricity requirements. Much cheaper than a refrigerator full of spoiled food!

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