Generator Services in Port St. Lucie

Affordable Solutions for Power Outages in South Florida

A sudden power outage is extremely stressful and can even be a safety risk for your family. Backup generators are designed to provide power to just a few appliances or your entire home. Excel Electric offers installation and repair service for generators in Port St. Lucie and throughout Martin and St. Lucie Counties.

Contact us at (561) 459-8825 for more information about generators and the advantages of investing in one.

Reasons to Install a Generator

Power outages are inevitable in Florida, and there are many benefits to installing a generator. When the power goes out for an extended period of time, food spoils and there is no air conditioning. When it is extremely hot outside, this can be dangerous. A generator allows you to stay in your home and avoid the expense of hotel accommodations, which can be costly and difficult to find in times of high demand.

Types of Generators

There are two basic options for supplying power to your home during an outage: Standby and portable generators. Portable generators are gas powered. You’ll have to start the generator up and plug it in when the power goes out. Standby generators are designed to start up automatically when the power goes out, so your power will return right away.

When choosing the right generator for your home, consider factors such as:

• What you need to power during an outage
• Size and wattage requirements
• Convenience and your preferences
• Your budget
• The size of your home and family

We can provide the information you need and talk through your options for generators in Port St. Lucie to help you find the best unit for your home. Our service professionals are experienced, detail-oriented, and dedicated to exceeding your expectations.

Give us a call today at (561) 459-8825 to learn more about your options. 

What are the Common Causes of Electrical Outages in Port St. Lucie?

Electrical outages in Port St. Lucie can occur due to a variety of reasons, including:

1. Weather Events: Severe weather conditions like thunderstorms, hurricanes, or heavy winds can damage power lines, transformers, and other electrical infrastructure, leading to outages.

2. Equipment Failure: Aging or poorly maintained electrical equipment, such as transformers or circuit breakers, can fail, causing interruptions in the power supply.

3. Vegetation and Wildlife: Trees, branches, and animals coming into contact with power lines can disrupt the flow of electricity, resulting in outages.

4. Accidents and Collisions: Traffic accidents or construction mishaps involving utility poles or power lines can disrupt electrical service.

5. Scheduled Maintenance: Planned maintenance and upgrades by the utility company may require temporary power interruptions to ensure the long-term reliability of the electrical grid.

6. Overloading the Grid: During periods of high demand, the electrical grid may become overloaded, leading to controlled power outages, also known as rolling blackouts.

7. Animals and Insects: Small animals, like squirrels, can sometimes cause short circuits by gnawing on power lines or equipment. Insects can also create issues by nesting in electrical components.

8. Substation Failures: Failures at electrical substations that distribute power to neighborhoods can affect a large number of customers.

9. Human Error: Mistakes made during maintenance or repairs, or errors in managing the electrical grid, can lead to unexpected outages.

10. Vandalism and Theft: Deliberate damage to electrical infrastructure or theft of copper wiring can disrupt the power supply.

Helpful Resources

• Power outage preparedness information from Ready.gov