Hurricane Season = Generator Season in Port St. Lucie
Port St. Lucie loses power during hurricanes. A home without AC in August is dangerous — especially for elderly residents, young children, and pets. A whole-home standby generator keeps your AC running automatically when the grid goes down.
| Feature | Generac Guardian 24kW | Kohler 20RESCL |
|---|---|---|
| Powers 3-Ton AC? | Yes — comfortably | Yes — at capacity |
| Powers 5-Ton AC? | Yes | Needs 26kW+ model |
| Auto-Transfer Switch | 200A included | 200A included |
| Fuel Options | Natural gas or propane | Natural gas or propane |
| Noise Level | 66 dB | 62 dB (quieter) |
| Installed Price (Port St. Lucie) | $12,000–$18,000 | $14,000–$20,000 |
| Warranty | 5-yr (10 with extension) | 5-year |
Port St. Lucie Generator + AC Tip
When we install a generator, we verify your AC system is compatible and optimize the load management so the generator handles the AC compressor's startup surge without tripping. This is critical — a 5-ton AC draws up to 60 amps on startup. We also check that your AC system is in good condition, because a struggling AC draws more power and can overload even a properly sized generator.