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Generac Guardian 24,000-Watt (LP)/21,000-Watt (NG) Air-Cooled Whole House Generator with Wi-Fi and 200-Amp Transfer Switch $5847 @ Home Depot

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As the industry leader, Generac is proud to offer peace of mind to more than 2 million homeowners. Generac created the home standby generator market over 60-years ago and continues to provide innovative backup power solutions to homeowner's across the world. Introducing the largest air-cooled generator on the market - Generac's 24kW is a big deal in a small-package. Generac's commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and technology is giving us the ability to bring more power to you. With Generac's new 24kW you can save up to 8,000 dollars in product and installation costs, when compared to competitive output products, while powering what is most important for your home or small business. The new 24kW Guardian unit-packs the most power into a small-package, taking up to 70% less space when compared to competitive output products. Disclaimers: Based on internal company data.

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7 year free warranty
Takes up 70% less space when compared to other output products, based on internal company data
5-year limited warranty for automatic standby generators
True power technology delivers best-in-class power quality with less than 5% total harmonic distortion for clean, smooth operation of sensitive electronics and appliances
Generac generators and engines are engineered and built-in (assembled domestic and foreign parts)
Generac's G-Force engine is a purpose-built, pressure-lubricated engine capable of handling the rigors of generator use, resulting in power that's more reliable and requires less routine maintenance than any competitive engine
24/7/365 customer support team standing by all-day, every-day from our headquarters in Wisconsin to answer any questions you might have
Quiet-test self-test mode runs at a lower RPM for a 5-minute or 12-minute test, making generators significantly quieter than other brands while consuming less fuel
Tough, durable all-aluminum enclosures: our RhinoCoat powder-coated finish helps make corrosion-resistant aluminum perfect for all weather conditions
Smart, user-friendly controls- Generac's evolution controller features a multi-lingual LCD display that allows users to monitor battery status and track maintenance intervals to ensure your generator is always in top operating condition

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Model: Generac Guardian 24000 W 240 V Natural Gas or Propane Home Standby Generator

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04-24-2024 at 05:48 AM.
04-24-2024 at 05:48 AM.
These Generac generators are soโ€ฆ generic /mainstream Ariel
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04-24-2024 at 08:52 AM.
04-24-2024 at 08:52 AM.
We looked at doing a full house standby generator like this, but as others have mentioned, the installation can literally double the cost or be even higher for running gas lines as well as the electrical hook up. We were also not thrilled with using a transfer switch since that only powers "essential" circuits.

We ended up going a different route because we don't lose power that often (We are in the NYC metro area). We bought a larger 10K watt portable gasoline generator for less than $1K and installed an interlock kit that powers everything in the panel. total cost was about $2K installed.
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04-24-2024 at 03:36 PM.
04-24-2024 at 03:36 PM.
Quote from fourml8r :
We looked at doing a full house standby generator like this, but as others have mentioned, the installation can literally double the cost or be even higher for running gas lines as well as the electrical hook up. We were also not thrilled with using a transfer switch since that only powers "essential" circuits.

We ended up going a different route because we don't lose power that often (We are in the NYC metro area). We bought a larger 10K watt portable gasoline generator for less than $1K and installed an interlock kit that powers everything in the panel. total cost was about $2K installed.

Problem with gasoline powered generators is getting fuel can be impossible during extended power outages. My area experienced a 2 week long power outage, and getting gasoline was limited. Gas stations were limiting people to a few gallons per carry canisters, and the lines were two hour waits. Often, you would be on line for an hour, and the gas station would run out of gas. That's why natural gas generators have their advantages during an extended outage.
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04-25-2024 at 04:46 AM.
04-25-2024 at 04:46 AM.
Quote from blazin :
Problem with gasoline powered generators is getting fuel can be impossible during extended power outages. My area experienced a 2 week long power outage, and getting gasoline was limited. Gas stations were limiting people to a few gallons per carry canisters, and the lines were two hour waits. Often, you would be on line for an hour, and the gas station would run out of gas. That's why natural gas generators have their advantages during an extended outage.
there are several "gas" generators that offer bi or tri fuel options. so you can use gasoline, propane or natural gas. so whatever fuel type is readily available to you can be used as a fuel source.
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04-25-2024 at 05:13 AM.
04-25-2024 at 05:13 AM.
Quote from fourml8r :
We looked at doing a full house standby generator like this, but as others have mentioned, the installation can literally double the cost or be even higher for running gas lines as well as the electrical hook up. We were also not thrilled with using a transfer switch since that only powers "essential" circuits.

We ended up going a different route because we don't lose power that often (We are in the NYC metro area). We bought a larger 10K watt portable gasoline generator for less than $1K and installed an interlock kit that powers everything in the panel. total cost was about $2K installed.
FWIWโ€ฆ transfer switches, like the one in this thread, transfer from utility power to the generator and feed your regular panel. It's literally the entire house, not just "essential" circuits.

But agree with you and came to the same conclusionโ€ฆ as much as I'd like to just have seamless switching, it's just not worth 15-25k to me for the once or twice a year power goes out. Just no whole house AC on generator power, even our older 6500w Honda powers everything else we need; well pump, fridges, and heat for our animals in the winter, lights, TVs and other limited random stuff.

Only time we've ever had a problem getting gas was way back during that one hurricane (Sandy? I forget which stupid name it was)โ€ฆ otherwise, gas stations always have power here (about an hour NW of NYC). Not to mention gas from the station is cheaper than LP, that shit it crazy in relatively small quantities!!!
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04-25-2024 at 06:39 AM.
04-25-2024 at 06:39 AM.
Quote from SunsetSuperman :
Interesting -- it could be that they just don't like the heat in my garage. I read several reviews at Amazon from people stating that they only lasted 2 years for them as well.

My load shed modules are in my basement in a cool part of the house. I also don't think they shed much if ever. Mine are setup so that I can use car charger 1 or 2 not both or oven 1 and microwave or ovens 2 & 3 not both. The switching here never happens. I really added them so that anything in the house could be used and it's completely idiot proof vs having a few things that were always off
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04-25-2024 at 06:58 AM.
04-25-2024 at 06:58 AM.
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My load shed modules are in my basement in a cool part of the house. I also don't think they shed much if ever. Mine are setup so that I can use car charger 1 or 2 not both or oven 1 and microwave or ovens 2 & 3 not both. The switching here never happens. I really added them so that anything in the house could be used and it's completely idiot proof vs having a few things that were always off
Thanks for the clarification! Having your load shed modules in the basement likely helps a ton. It is uber hot in our garage almost year-round.

I have only 1 load shed module and it is on a double oven. Anytime we lose power (and we lose power a lot), it delays power to the double oven for 5 minutes. The installer we went through said that the Generac load shed modules were preferred due to price and ease of install. When the first one we had installed died, I had the installed replace it but knew that I could replace it myself easily. When the second one died, I went to Amazon to get one fast. I also started reading the reviews on Amazon, and saw lots of negative reviews. One guy had to replace 5 or 6 Generac load shed modules at the same time -- ouch!

We had to have a load shed module installed to pass inspection since the generator is just under what we require to power everything in the house on switchover/generator startup. But. it also is not realistic that we'd need to power absolutely everything in the house when the generator kicks on, but that's what we had to have to pass inspection.
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04-25-2024 at 02:44 PM.
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Wish we know what is installed price. The installation surprise are big concern

My neighbor got one similar 10 years ago(21 or 22k) . $3k for the unit and $3k installation.
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04-26-2024 at 06:07 AM.
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Quote from SunsetSuperman :
Thanks for the clarification! Having your load shed modules in the basement likely helps a ton. It is uber hot in our garage almost year-round.

I have only 1 load shed module and it is on a double oven. Anytime we lose power (and we lose power a lot), it delays power to the double oven for 5 minutes. The installer we went through said that the Generac load shed modules were preferred due to price and ease of install. When the first one we had installed died, I had the installed replace it but knew that I could replace it myself easily. When the second one died, I went to Amazon to get one fast. I also started reading the reviews on Amazon, and saw lots of negative reviews. One guy had to replace 5 or 6 Generac load shed modules at the same time -- ouch!

We had to have a load shed module installed to pass inspection since the generator is just under what we require to power everything in the house on switchover/generator startup. But. it also is not realistic that we'd need to power absolutely everything in the house when the generator kicks on, but that's what we had to have to pass inspection.

Yeah. It's a similar reason to why I have them. It's not realistic at my house to power everything automatically, I'd have had to gone to liquid cooled and that makes zero sense. I have a 200a panel and a 100a.

When we were calculating it all out I can run nearly everything but just not all at once on startup so we needed to make some choices. My freezers for example all spike high load on start up.

We determined that we could run all the essentials on the generator including multiple refrigerators (freezers), two ACs, two furnaces, two sets of washers and driers, all the lighting, etc. but then we got down to the ovens and car chargers and we had to make a choice how to manage them. And we figured an either or situation would be best.

The main reason I think this is really smart is that I can plug-in both cars for example, one can charge but not the other and when when is finished the other will start all automatically.

Same sort of concept with the ovens. If my wife turned one or the other it would just switch. Having things setup in a way where instructions of how to use it weren't necessary was my primary goal. So with this approach this is all accomplished.

FWIW it's pretty unlikely I'm charging both cars or using 3 ovens in a power outage, it's kinda insane actually. But I still wanted to make it all possible, and automatic. In an extended outage I'm not hosting guests and cooking or driving an EV, I'm likely taking a gas car for supplies. But all that's beside the point. The main point is load shed can help make this automated when you exceed the 25kw capacity
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04-26-2024 at 08:12 PM.
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Can you use regular gas or it's strictly Natural Gas
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04-27-2024 at 06:59 AM.
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Quote from l3wand0w5k1 :
Bought the same one through Costco the end of last year and the install was more than the generator.
Labor costs in America is no joke. You have to sell an arm and a leg to have this installed.
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04-27-2024 at 07:01 AM.
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I think I paid like 8k for mine installed, but the reason is, during storms. I have a basement, so if power went out, cause damage if sump pump doesn't have juice, so auto kick on panel switch and natural gas generator seemed like the key thing to do.
Battery powered powered back up pump or a water powered backup pump is a cheaper option
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04-28-2024 at 11:33 AM.
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Quote from cscamp20 :
Battery powered powered back up pump or a water powered backup pump is a cheaper option
id rather have a whole home generator. I figure paying for a hotel is not fun, I just stay at home during outages lol. it's what it is.
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04-29-2024 at 09:59 AM.
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I appreciate your reply & input. I'd rather not name names, but the $30K company is very highly regarded. The $16K estimate is promoting heavily on social. With regards to install distance to meters, I'd estimate about 20 ft.
Due to overall pricing, even though Generac is the easy option, I'll be heating down the solar path with the next gen of solar on the horizon. Hopefully we don't have a week without power again before I accomplish.

I'm trying to wait patiently for a 700w residential panel.
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