Hurricane Home Solutions Inc

Standby Backup Generators,
Rochester NY

Our dedicated team of technicians diligently serve the Greater Rochester NY area and surrounding Finger Lakes Region.

Rochester, NY

Our team is local to the Rochester area. We are not a franchise and we are committed to our NY community. 

Professional Installation

Our technicians have a wealth of experience and training with Standby Backup Generators.

Secure App Connectivity

Our Cummins Generators allow for consistent and reliable monitoring through your smart phone application.

Standby Backup Generators in Rochester, NY

Our team of professionals have a combined experience of over 30 years working in the Rochester area. We desire to deliver a superior buying and installation experience with Standby Backup Generators for our local community. Be prepared for Upstate New York's infamous winter storms and power outages, get your generator system installed so you can be ready for any emergency.

Our Cummins generators are designed for quiet performance in low temperatures. You can sleep well knowing everything in your home will run smoothly during an outage. Remote monitoring on your Cummins Connect Cloud app also allows you to view the status of your generator at any time of the day. In addition to everything else, the compact design of our generators makes installation quick and painless. 

Interested in learning more about the benefits of a backup generator in your home? Fill out a contact form on our Contact page or consider giving us a call directly to talk with an industry professional.
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Whole Home Generator Installations

Having spent so many years working on projects in Rochester, and the entire Finger Lakes region, our team of professionals are incredibly familiar with every step of the installation process. Part of this equation is obvious, being all the electrical and plumbing work required to setup your Standby Generator and Automatic Transfer Switch

The less obvious part is all the additional work that goes into securing all the necessary permits and making sure everything goes smoothly with the utilities.
One of our many objectives during an install is to make sure that our customers don't have to deal with any of the additional nonsense that can sometimes come with large home improvement projects. 

A standby unit protects your home from a power outage and is the best solution for keeping the lights on during a storm. You can use your Cummins App to view the status of your generator and keep tabs on it 24/7. With the Cummins Connect series you get the power and technology needed for peace of mind.
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Common Questions About Home Standby Generators:

  • Are standby generators a good investment?

    The short answer is yes, but a more indepth answer depends on how you use it and what it does for you. A standby generator will generally increase the resale value of your home (this stat varies but will likely be somewhere between 3-5%), so in that respect there is direct value. Cummins generators also have a longer than average life expectancy, which means the generator will be more useful to a prospective buyer. We estimate our generators to be fully functional past the average lifespan of 20-30 years.


    A standby generator also reduces the possible losses you might experience from a power outage. In the modern era many homeowners are working from home on a semi-regular or consistent basis. For many of these people, losing power isn't an option and can add up to real financial loss or waste. The possibility of financial loss will be a considerable factor for some homeowners.


    This may also depend on whether or not the well-being and safety of your home depends on certain electrical systems running without interruption. Is a sump-pump keeping your basement from flooding? Are there perishables stored in fridges or freezers that will go bad during a power outage? Do you have any medical devices that require power and 24/7 operation? Answering these questions will help you to understand if a standby generator is a good investment for you.

  • What is the best standby generator brand?

    As a Cummins installer you may not be surprised to hear that we believe Cummins generators to the best brand for homeowners across the board. The Cummins Quiet Connect Series runs quieter than leading competitors, their proprietary app allows for remote monitoring and their manufacturer warranty is more generous than average.


    However, we do understand that not everyone will want to purchase a Cummins generator so here is a quick tip that we generally like to give homeowners. Standby Generators vary significantly in quality and price, so it should be no surprise that some brands have developed reputations for both good and some “not so good” qualities.


    Generacs, for example, have a large market share and a robust advertising program, but their units are plagued with varied defects, the occasional recall, and frequent service issues. The purchase of a standby generator is similar to the purchase of a car in the sense that spending a little more where it counts will save you issues down the road. 


    For this reason we generally would recommend a Cummins or a Kohler over a Generac or a Briggs and Stratton, even for homeowners who don’t choose to work with us, particularly if it’s an option for their budget.


  • What is the life expectancy of a standby generator?

    In default conditions without any special treatment or upgrades, most information available across a variety of manufacturers indicates that the average home standby generator will last between 20-30 years. This number varies so much because of the amount of use, the quality of the specific manufacturer and the maintenance that is done (regularly or irregularly). You can safely assume that a unit that is used less frequently, is well built by a reputable manufacturer and receives regular maintenance will end up being one that lives a lot longer.


    Much like any other engine you would find in a car or a lawnmower, how you treat that engine has a significant impact on its lifespan. We all know what happens to an automobile when it doesn't get an oil change for 10,000 miles, a lot of the same principles apply to your home standby generator. 


    We recommend Cummins units because they have a proven record of rugged and reliable production, they have a very generous manufacturer warranty, and regular maintenance ensures that they outlast competitor brands. Regardless of who you purchase your generator from and what manufacturer you go with, it is a fact that regular maintenance will increase the lifespan of your unit. If you're a handy individual, you may even be able to perform a lot of this maintenance yourself.

  • How do I choose a standby generator?

    Sizing a generator for your home can sometimes be a more complicated process than you might initially think. You might assume that it would depend on how large your house is but it has more to do with the number of occupants, appliances and other major electric devices. There are websites online that will offer homeowners questionnaires designed to help with this process but that’s generally not a useful exercise.


    We recommend that all homeowners get a free power assessment from a professional installer like Hurricane Home Solutions so that they can get an accurate understanding of what their power consumption is and what sort of unit will best accommodate. Our experience is that most homeowners power needs fall within the 13 -17 kW, with some obvious exceptions for homes that have larger families, AC units, Furnaces and other major draws.


  • What should I look for when buying a standby generator?

    There are some general qualities you’ll want to make sure your generator has and a few things you’ll want to take special considerations of, like the sub-zero temperatures we occasionally face here in New York. Always be mindful of available warranties, any possible rebates or credits, and service agreements available to you.


    You’ll also want to make sure that you have fuel available for your generator and that its installation comes with an Automatic Transfer Switch. If you already have natural gas or propane set up, and your generator comes with an automatic transfer switch, you won’t have to deal with any interruptions in your power.


    As previously mentioned, you’ll want to make sure (up here in New York) that your generator can still operate in cold weather conditions, which are often the conditions in which we lose power. This is another reason we so highly recommend Cummins, their units perform down to 0 °F, and can go even lower with the inclusion of a cold weather kit.

  • How far away from my house does a whole house generator need to be?

    Staging a generator for installation is generally a simple and straightforward process with a few mandates and a few “highly recommended” steps as well. For starters, the general regulations are that the generator must be 18 inches away from the home and at least 5 feet away from the outer boundaries of your property line. 


    Part of most projects like generator installations is going through the process of requesting, securing and paying for permits. Some municipalities can be very difficult with this process, others keep it very simple, there are even some townships in New York that don’t require any permits for an install at all. Regardless, your local municipality may have additional rules and regulations for your install.


    Although there are no “requirements” for this, it’s always good practice to get the generator as close to the gas and electrical hookups as possible. Doing so makes the entire installation a smoother process and keeps everything consolidated.


  • Do standby generators produce carbon monoxide?

    If you get your home standby generator installed professionally you have absolutely no need to worry about carbon monoxide poisoning or any gas leaks of any kind. The common concern in this area comes from people using portable generators inside their homes, which is very dangerous and can lead to serious harm. Standby Generators and Portable Generators are not the same.


    Some people have chosen to stage portable generators inside their homes during power outages and snow storms so that they can power some appliances and devices in their home. These portable generators run on gasoline and absolutely release a large amount of noxious fumes that are dangerous. It is always a bad idea to run any kind of generator indoors without some sort of ventilation.


  • Can you run a generator 24/7?

    Pending the need for regular maintenance, your home standby generator can hypothetically run indefinitely. Because standby generators are hooked up directly into propane or natural gas, they will continue to run as long as there is fuel available. This could become expensive in a long-term situation because of the fuel consumption, but there would be no issues for the generator operationally.


    It should also be noted that, just like any other engine, constant use requires maintenance and upkeep. Another way of phrasing this would be that it is possible, but not exactly advisable and will put some serious wear on your engine. So, even if you could run your generator for days or weeks at a time (which you can), it may not be good for the longevity of your unit.

How A Standby Generator Works

Check out this video to learn more about Cummins Standby Generators. Useful information includes:


  • Circumstances in which you might want a standby generator.
  • Basics of home standby generator installations.
  • Function of a standby generator and transfer switch.
  • Operation information and circumstances.
  • Fuel options and more...

"Professional from start to finish!"

 ☆ 5.0 - Fran B. Clarence, NY

"The technicians were professional, personable, on time and didn't hesitate to answer our questions. We have also had a on demand hot water heater installed by Hurricane and are waiting for one more project to be completed. We would recommend Hurricane without any reservations."

 ☆ 5.0 - David M. Fairport, NY

"Professional from start to finish!"

 ☆ 5.0 - Fran B. Clarence, NY

"After several outages IT TURNS ON IN 8 SECONDS!!!! Awesome!!!! The installation was done during a huge snowstorm, and they never missed a beat. Very impressive."

 ☆ 5.0 - Gerry L. Clay, NY

"The crew showed up on time, completely installed my generator. Gave me instructions and directions on how to operate. I am very satisfied with their product and also their service I would definitely recommend them to family and friends"

 ☆ 5.0 - Ramon C. Schenectady, NY

"Installers were really knowledgeable; polite; and cleaned up the area like they weren't even there."

 ☆ 5.0 -  Dean J. Salamanca, NY

Contact us

Rochester Office Address
2025 Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd.
Rochester, NY 14623 
Elmira Office Address
1051 S Main St. Suite 6
Elmira, NY 14904 
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