Installing A Generator In A Marion, VA Ranch Home
In Marion and other parts of our service area, we’re no strangers to power outages, especially after big storms. The problem faced by many people these days is that we rely more and more on electricity- not just for convenience, lighting, refrigeration, and more, but often for medical reasons as well. For example, a close friend recently was found to have severe sleep apnea that was causing heart irregularities, so relying on a CPAP machine every night was critical to avoid more serious heart problems and avoid having a stroke.
But what happens, if, in the middle of the night, the power goes out? That CPAP machine won’t work, and it will either keep the person up at night until the power is restored, or worse, it could cause them to slip into “Afib” and make them have to go to the hospital- and no one wants that.
The homeowners of this ranch home in Marion had a similar situation, with a member of the family needing to rely on an electric powered medical device. That meant that the power outages we have around here are no longer just a pain, but it could actually be life threatening, so they gave us a call here at Complete Comfort after getting recommendations from friends, about getting a Generac Home Generator.
Problem: Homeowners in this Marion VA ranch wanted a generator to make sure medical equipment worked, even when there is a power outage.
Solution: Generac home generator will make sure the homeowners have power even when it’s out for the whole neighborhood, automatically, day or night.
Why Get A Generator?
Generac home generators are designed to use propane or natural gas to generate electricity for your home when your main power goes out. Unlike portable generators, these systems kick on automatically when they detect a power outage, and often times you won’t even notice when the generator kicks on.
Portable generators often run on gasoline and require priming, setup and someone to keep an eye on them to refuel when they are operating. Portable generators are often loud, and have to be set up outdoors, being careful not to let the toxic fumes from diesel or other fuel into your home. Most portable generators are also limited in the amount of electricity they can generate for your home, and you have to choose very carefully what systems you want to keep running. (Most people choose their Fridge and freezer, since losing all your food gets to be really expensive).
Choosing A Generac Generator
The Generac Generator is designed to kick on automatically, meaning you won’t miss a beat when the power goes down- the system kicks on, and it can even send a message to your smart phone about when it kicks on, if you aren’t home.
Generac generators come in various sizes, and they can be configured to ensure you have power to key aspects of your home during a power outage. Many people choose to put their refrigerator, freezers, and HVAC systems on the generator, and many also choose a system that can ensure water pumps and other key home outlets or systems can keep running. For this home, we knew we needed a system that was big enough to power those key home systems and ensure the key outlet for the medical equipment was also powered continuously.
The expert team here at Complete Comfort were able to install the new generator in a day, and now the homeowners will never have to worry about a power outage ever again. That means being able to sleep peacefully all night, even when there’s a storm- never having to worry that the medical devices won’t work if the power goes out. This also means they will no longer worry about food going bad either, so even in an extended power outage, the homeowners can keep business as usual, while the neighbors are forced to try to save, and then replace- whatever they can.
If you’re tired of dealing with power outages from an increasingly fragile power grid, and want to make sure your family isn’t at risk in event of a storm, give us a call here at Complete Comfort. We’ll be happy to discuss options with you and find the perfect sized generator for your needs, to make sure the next storm doesn’t leave you in the lurch.
At Complete Comfort, many of our team have lived in this community for our whole lives. That means we’re friends and neighbors, and take the responsibility that goes with that seriously. So when one of the owner’s former teachers called and became a customer, we were pretty excited! After all, no one is perfect in school, and if your teacher trusts you with their home and HVAC system, it’s like bringing home a gold star on your report card all over again.
Most people take their HVAC system for granted until it doesn’t operate. It sits there quietly doing its job, day in and day out, until something goes wrong, and then it can be a real problem. And just like people, systems tend to develop problems when they are under stress- when we have a patch of really hot or really cold weather- this can send aging systems into overdrive and they can break down.
The family in Abingdon VA who live in this lovely, split-level home lost power for 5 days during Hurricane Helene and the historic flooding that occurred in the area. Their generator wasn’t working properly and they called us here at Complete Comfort to see what we could do.
When your power is out for an extended period of time, it’s become more than an inconvenience. Loss of electricity means loss of refrigeration, often meaning a significant loss of food stored in the fridge and freezer, no AC or heat in your home, and of course, it can take out hot water, the ability to do laundry, cooking, and for many people, it impacts their ability to work from home as well.
This past year we have seen a lot of significant weather events, from hurricanes to snowstorms. Not only has it caused millions of dollars worth of damage, but it also knocked out the power for homes in our area for a significant amount of time. That’s why in the fall of 2024, this Marion, VA homeowner decided they were over the power outages, and wanted to install a new generator in their home. 
Unfortunately for this homeowner, their electrical panel wasn’t going to be able to handle the generator, and it needed to be replaced. We were able to replace the panel easily, and set them up with the right electrical work that could handle their home’s current electrical needs, the generator, and left them with some capacity for any other additional appliances. 
Installing a generator means more than simply keeping the lights on during a power outage. Of course it’s great to have the lights on and not have to use candles or flashlights to see, but there are some more important appliances that need power. 
One of the most common calls we get is for an HVAC system that isn’t working. It’s not often you think about your heating and air conditioning, but when it’s not working, it’s pretty much all you can think about. That was the case for this Bristol, VA homeowner. They had an HVAC system that wasn’t working. 
One of the best parts about this project was hearing from the customer about why they chose us. We weren’t the only HVAC company that they called, and got some other quotes as well. When they decided to go with Complete Comfort, they gave us a few reasons why that made us feel very humbled and appreciative. 
After hearing from the homeowners, it sounds like the new air conditioning system was a huge success. Their home is more comfortable than ever before, and their energy bills are lower as well. They want to make sure their system runs well for years to come, so they also have scheduled service for the future as well! 
Routine maintenance for your HVAC system is crucial to getting the most out of your heating and cooling units. Unfortunately for this homeowner in Marion, VA, it wasn’t routine maintenance like usual. Instead they ended up needing to replace their HVAC system, something they knew it was about time to do. 
After looking at a few options, these homeowners decided to install a new Trane 
We also installed a new Generac Generator while we upgraded the HVAC system. They were sick of losing power, especially after dealing with the hurricane so recently. They decided to install a whole home generator, something we install every week for homes and businesses in our area. 
Keeping your home warm and cozy is important in the winter, and there’s more to it than simply turning on the heating system. In this article, we’ll go over some tips for the cold weather, and what you can do around your home to keep the space more comfortable. 
Most of the time your ceiling fan is used to cool you off in the warmer months. What a lot of people don’t realize is that your fan can also be used to keep your place warm as well. If you turn the fan clockwise, it creates a downdraft that will push the warm air that rises in your home back down into the living space. The key is to have the fan on a low speed so it gently pushes the warm air down. If the fan is moving too fast, it can make the air cool. 
As it gets colder out, furnaces have to work harder to keep our homes warm, and can run into some problems in the process. Having your furnace break down on you during the winter cold is never fun, and it’s not always clear what’s wrong.
Changing your HVAC system’s air filter is simple and important. As it gets filled up with particles, it can get clogged and prevent airflow, as we mentioned above. We recommend keeping a few filters on hand so you can change them once every 1-3 months. 
Here at Complete Comfort, we’re dedicated to keeping your family warm and comfortable all winter long. We know many people out there have rooms in their home that are often too hot or too cold- no matter where you set your thermostat, some rooms, due to their location, number of windows, or distance from the heat source, just end up a little colder- sometimes too cold for comfort- from the rest of the home. 
AI is all over the place, and we know it’s only getting bigger and bigger. Here at Complete Comfort, we also know that you have questions about your HVAC equipment, and you may not always want to pick up the phone and call a contractor. Many people use Google to ask questions about their heating equipment, and now we are hearing about people using AI to answer questions about their home comfort. 
As much fun and as convenient as asking AI about your HVAC system may be, there are times when you need to speak to a professional. The most important time to speak to a professional is when there is a problem with your heating system. 
