July 30, 2025

Growing Demand for Backup Power Solutions

New Jersey’s Growing Demand for Backup Power Solutions

The increasing demand on New Jersey’s power grid, combined with an increase in extreme weather, has made residents more concerned about power outages. While the state just recently launched its landmark energy storage program to strengthen its power grid, there is still a high risk of power outages throughout the state. That risk increases during extreme weather, particularly in the winter and spring. Unfortunately, this is when temperatures are the coldest, and residents are at the greatest risk of safety hazards and injuries due to power loss. For these reasons, residents are increasingly turning to power outage solutions like home generator installation. Here is a closer look at New Jersey’s growing demand for backup power solutions.

Meeting the growing demand for backup power solutions with Generac generators by Seidel Electric

Rising Frequency of Power Outages Statewide

Severe weather events like heat waves and thunderstorms can increase the risk of power outages. New Jersey’s power grid is also aging, which increases the risk of failures during peak demand periods or severe weather. While the population of the state continues to increase, there have not been improvements made to the power grid for decades. New Jersey is ranked 25th on the list of U.S. states that experience the most frequent power outages based on data collected between 2019-2023. Because of this increasing risk, homeowners should be proactive about preparing for outages early enough that they have solutions in place, like whole-home generator installation, before one occurs.

Power Backup Trends: The Shift Toward Energy Independence

As more and more residents become aware of the risk of power outages, and as energy costs continue to rise, there is a greater shift towards achieving energy independence. Homeowners want to reduce their reliance on traditional utility companies and save money by exploring alternatives to the traditional power grid. Growing concerns about climate change and grid reliability are also fueling this shift. The most common solutions people are using to increase their energy independence are:

Power Outage Solutions: Standby vs. Portable Generators

Both portable and standby Generac generators can provide your home with power during an outage. However, there are key differences in how these different generator types work and how many crucial pieces of equipment they can power in an outage:

  • Portable Generators – A portable generator can be moved around and used in different locations. It requires manual setup, which means that you have to go outside and start the generator, connect it to appliances using extension cords, and add fuel as needed. Portable generators have a lower power capacity and are ideal for providing power while camping, at remote homes or worksites, or powering a few essential items for a short period of time.
  • Standby Generators – Standby generators are permanently installed in your home’s electrical system. They operate using an automatic transfer switch, which detects power outages and quickly shifts your home’s electrical load to the generator. They can provide significantly more power and don’t require manual startup.

Most homeowners prefer standby generators, as they switch on automatically during an outage. This lowers your risk of accident or injury during a major storm, as you won’t have to go outside to power your generator. Standby generators also transfer your home’s power source within minutes, which ensures crucial home devices have a very short window without power. Plus, they can power more appliances and pieces of equipment, so they are ideal for larger homes or households with high energy usage. Overall, standby generators are safer, more reliable, and easier to use.

Meeting Market Demand With Affordable Backup Power

Generac offers safe, reliable, and powerful whole-home power backup solutions. The company’s standby generators provide peace of mind and keep your home safe and comfortable even in major storms and prolonged power outages. You can choose from a wide range of generator types and sizes, and its largest generator provides 22kW of power or more. It can power your whole home, including heating and cooling systems, large appliances, home security systems, computers and other electronic equipment, and medical devices and equipment.

Schedule Generac Backup Generator Installation for Your Home

Seidel Electric can help you achieve greater energy independence with the installation of a whole-home Generac generator. Our skilled electricians will discuss your home’s power usage and needs and evaluate the size of your home and potential installation sites. We can then give you an estimate for the cost of the generator and installation. When installation is complete, your home will be protected during a power outage, and the generator will kick on automatically, ensuring crucial appliances and devices remain running. Call us now or reach out to us online to schedule a Generac backup generator installation in Blairstown, NJ, or elsewhere in the tri-state area.