# How do I calculate what size generator I need?

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A commercial generator plays a critical role in your business continuity plan. By providing backup or emergency power to your building during a power outage, commercial standby generators enable critical facilities like elevators and security systems to continue operating.

Generators that are too large may cause:

Damage to electrical systems

Unnecessary operational expenses

Inefficient power production

Generators that are too small may cause:

Generator damage or overheating

Insufficient or unreliable power

Critical facilities and security system failures

Let’s look at what you need to know about estimating the right sized generator for your business.

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For a retail establishment, you may want to power some or all of your payment terminals, lights, security systems and mission-critical data servers.

For an office building, you may need to power lighting, telecommunications, security and other basic systems that will allow people to evacuate the building safely.

For a restaurant or food establishment, you should consider refrigeration, HVAC systems or any other appliances that require power to prevent food from spoiling.

For a healthcare facility or clinic, pay close attention to life-saving systems that require consistent power to operate, including breathing and dialysis machines.

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