Why More Homeowners Are Investing in Whole Home Generators
With power outages rising, homeowners are investing in whole home generators to provide dependable power and improve home values. Securing power through an increasingly unstable power environment.
Power Outages Are Surging Nationwide. Is Your Home Ready?
According to Generac there were nearly 1.5 billion hours of power outages in the United States in 2024 the highest total since the company began tracking the figure in 2010. Many states consistently rank among the most affected with outages lasting hours or even days.
What Is Causing the Rise in Outages?
- Severe weather including hurricanes, tropical storms, winter storms, and heat waves
- Aging infrastructure as power grids struggle with population growth and outdated systems
- AI and tech demand from data centers is putting unprecedented pressure on energy consumption
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Homeowners Are Taking Control
As a result, many homeowners, especially those 50 and older, are turning to whole home generators to protect their homes and families. These systems automatically restore power within seconds and can run for days or even weeks, keeping your home safe, comfortable, and fully functional
Because outages are becoming more frequent and unpredictable, whole home generators are no longer a luxury, they are becoming a necessity for homeowners who want to stay safe and prepared.
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Whole Home Generators Are a Smart Investment
Whole home generators are not just a convenience, they’re a smart investment. According to HomeLight, installing a generator can increase your home’s value by 3% to 5%, with some homeowners seeing up to 150% ROI depending on location and installation costs.
GeneratorGrid backs this up with multiple sourced studies:
| STUDY | AVERAGE INCREASE IN HOME VALUE |
| 2016 NAR Study | $5,000 or 3-5% increase depending on location |
| 2018 Generac Survey | 75% of respondents believe a generator adds value |
| 2019 Zillow Survey | Homes with generators sold for 54% more in some New England areas |
| 2021 Houzz & Home Survey | 22% of homeowners planning renovations would add a generator |
And to make backup power more accessible, popular installers like Canter Power Systems partner with trusted banks to offer unique and flexible financing options. Homeowners can choose low monthly payments or even 0 percent interest for 18 months for well-qualified buyers. That means you can protect your home now and pay over time without sacrificing comfort or security.
The Nation’s Trusted Generator Experts — From Permitting to Power-On
When it comes to protecting your home with backup power, experience matters. No one in the nation has more of it than Canter Power Systems. For over 75 years, Canter Power Systems has been helping customers with power solutions, earning the trust of tens of thousands of homeowners across the Southeast and beyond.
Unlike general contractors or electrical companies that treat generators as a side service, Canter Power Systems is fully dedicated to home generator solutions. Every technician, installer, and customer service representative is a generator expert, committed to keeping your home powered when it matters most.
Canter Power Systems manages the entire process from start to finish, including permitting, site preparation, installation, and final inspection. You get a seamless experience with no guesswork or coordination hassles.
Every Canter Power Systems technician and installer completes rigorous training and certification to meet the standards of top brands like Generac and Kohler. This ensures your system is installed correctly and backed by full manufacturer support.
Canter Power Systems is proud to have earned Generac’s Prestige-level dealer status, the highest recognition awarded by Generac. This exclusive honor reflects unmatched leadership, customer satisfaction, and technical excellence.
Here is why homeowners choose Canter Power Systems:
- More than 2000 five star Google reviews from satisfied customers
- The largest service technician fleet in the Southeast for fast reliable support
- Leading installer of Generac whole home generators
- Decades of experience navigating regional weather and grid challenges
Whether you are preparing for hurricane season winter storms or simply want peace of mind, Canter Power Systems delivers the expertise reliability and customer care homeowners deserve.
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