Picture this – a severe storm has ravaged mains power to your area. An outage expected to last hours lasts days. Food is spoiling in the fridge and agricultural operations are brought to a grinding halt, it’s an unsettling thought for any homeowner or farmer.

With the right generator, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your essential items and vital operations will continue to run, even when mains power is lost or unavailable.

These are our top generator picks for both agricultural and home backup so you’re never left in the dark.

Firstly, Why Do I Need A Home Backup Generator?

Do you rely on critical at-home medical equipment, automated agricultural systems or live in an area with unreliable access to the grid? You need a home backup generator. Here’s why:

Australia Is Facing An Energy Crisis

According to experts and policy makers, Australia is rapidly approaching an energy crisis. Power shortages and frequent, severe blackouts are likely to become a common reality.

Why? The push for renewables has seen coal and gas plants close without adequate replacements to support demand. Not to mention skyrocketing prices and climate change exacerbated weather events making access to reliable mains power a pressing issue.

In a June 2022 interview, Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen admitted “We’re going to be in for a bumpy period...our system is under a lot of pressure.”

To protect yourself and your investments from load shedding, blackouts and brownouts, now, more than ever is the time to invest in a home backup generator.

Keep Operations Running, No Matter What

Australia’s agricultural industry, particularly crop and livestock producers, are the most at risk of this looming energy crisis.

In an electrical outage, a reliable backup power source is the difference between essential agricultural machinery running continuously and damaging losses.

To protect your livestock and your bottom line, no farm should be without a backup generator.

Live Off-Grid (Comfortably)

In the past, off-grid living was either uncomfortable or expensive. Now, it’s easier than ever.

With the help of a reliable backup generator, you’ll enjoy dependable standby power completely independent of the electricity grid. It'll be there for you when wind and solar power isn’t, and that peace of mind is priceless.

From Agricultural To Inner City, The 4 Best Home Backup Generators

With a wide range of reliable, compact and efficient generators on offer, it can be hard to know what's right for your specific needs. To take away the guess work, we've listed our top 4 picks for the best home backup generators on the market.

1. The 10KVA Diesel Generator 240V

For off-grid and agricultural properties, there is simply no better option than this 10KVA Diesel Generator. Cost-effective, efficient and robust, you can rely on this unit to keep operations running, no matter what.

Notable key features include:

• Estimated run time of 36 hours at 75% load
• ComAP controller
• Noise level: 62DbA @ 7M
• Fuel tank: 70L
• Fuel consumption: 2.35L/h (100% load)
• Standby KVA: 10
• Standby kW: 10
• 2 year, 1000 hour warranty
• 24/7 Australia-wide support on all diesel generators

With remote start and ATS plug, the generator switches on instantly when mains power is lost and turns off when power returns. No matter the time of day a blackout occurs, vital operations and equipment will always be online.

Its sound proof canopy and water cooled engine also ensure optimal performance in the most demanding rural and off-grid environments.

2. The Generac Guardian 8KVA

With the Generac Guardian 8KVA, you’ll never be at the mercy of the electricity grid.

Providing strong, reliable power for the entire house, it’s ideal for those living in disaster-prone areas or relying on critical at-home medical equipment.

It’s permanently installed outside the home via an underground natural gas line, making it less susceptible to damage from storms and natural disasters. As long as there is a connection to a gas line, it’ll keep running.

With remote monitoring capability on your phone or laptop, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your home always has power, even when you’re not there.

3. The Genesys Gen2500i

The Gen2500i is ideal for anyone looking for a portable, cost-effective and quiet backup power source.

Boasting a run time of 6-20 hours, it’s more than enough to power the essentials on a camping trip or in the event of a blackout. This includes laptops, phones, fridges and other electrical devices.

4. The Honda EU22i

The EU22i personifies Honda’s reputation for durability, reliability and performance. It’ll safely power essential devices like phones, laptops, toasters and fridges when mains power is lost or unavailable.

Its low noise output makes it a great choice for minimal noise disruption in residential areas or campsites. Even better, its ability to power sensitive devices for up to 8 hours means you can stay connected and comfortable, no matter what.

To read our full review on the EU22i, see our article here.

How To Choose The Right Backup Generator

To determine what unit is right for you, you’ll want to consider the following:

Your Power Output

First and foremost, you’ll want to calculate the combined watts of the appliances or machinery you want the generator to power. This could be anything from the fridge and TV to critical agricultural systems.

The combined watts of these devices will give you a rough idea of the generator size you'll require.

Frequency Of Use

If your home is prone to frequent blackouts or unreliable access to the grid, you’ll want to opt for a more powerful diesel or natural gas generator. These units are ideal for heavy-duty, extended use in the most demanding conditions.

If you’re still unsure what type of home backup generator is best for your needs, speak to an expert at Blue Diamond Machinery today.

Stay Online, Always. Contact Us Today

Protect your livelihood and your bottom line with a backup generator from Blue Diamond Machinery.

With years of experience servicing Australia’s off-grid, agricultural and urban homes, you can rely on us to provide the right advice and a backup generator tailored to your unique requirements.

Contact us today or speak to one of our expert team on 1800 618 084.