Practical homes, practical backup
Temple Hills is established Prince George's County — neighborhoods of well-kept homes where people stay for decades. The outage pattern is the familiar one: thunderstorm trees, ice storms, the occasional widespread event. Homeowners here tend to be practical buyers: they want to know what it costs, what it covers, and whether it's worth it. Fair questions — here's the honest framework.
The value calculation
Start with your last bad outage. Add up the spoiled food, the discomfort, the worry about the basement, the workday lost. Now consider that a basic essential-circuit system — covering the fridge, heat, sump pump, lights, and outlets — installs for roughly what a used car costs, lasts 20+ years with maintenance, and works automatically every time. For most Temple Hills homeowners who've lived through a multi-day outage, the math closes fast.
Right-sizing for the neighborhood
Temple Hills homes are typically moderate in size — which means moderate generator sizes and moderate prices. Whole-home systems in the 18–22 kW range cover most houses here completely; essential-circuit systems in the 10–14 kW range cover what matters for thousands less. Our sizing consultation gives you the real number before you spend anything.
What the assessment covers
Panel capacity and condition (some older Temple Hills homes need panel work first — we'll tell you), fuel options (natural gas availability varies by street), sump pump status, and placement. One visit, straight answers, written quote. Send the form to schedule.