Serving Virginia and North Carolina

Never Lose Power Again

The Smartest Backup Generator Choice for Your Home or Business

Gas or Battery? Discover the Best
Whole-Home Generator for
Long-Term Savings

Reliable Power When You Need It Most

Power outages are more than an inconvenience—they disrupt your home, your business, and your peace of mind. Sunbum Solar & Roofing offers state-of-the-art whole-home backup generator systems, ensuring that you stay powered up no matter what. Whether you choose a traditional gas generator or a modern battery backup system, we have the perfect solution to fit your needs.

Gas vs. Battery Backup: What’s the Right Choice?

We provide both gas-powered and battery-powered whole-home generator solutions, but one option stands out when considering lifetime cost, reliability, and sustainability.

Gas-Powered Generators	Battery-Powered Generators
Requires ongoing fuel costs (natural gas or propane)	Zero fuel costs charges
Regular maintenance required (oil changes, filter replacements)	No maintenance, no moving parts, no oil changes
Noisy operation and emissions	Silent operation with no emissions
Initial cost – $15,000 + gas hook up $2,000	No upfront cost with financing options. Eligible for tax credits and rebates
Maintenance costs – $150- $300 annually	Maintenance costs – $0 for 30 years with our available warranty
Repairs and maintenance $1,000 – $5,000 over 25-years	Repairs and maintenance – $0 for 30 years with our available warranty
Warranty – 5-years (additional 5-years cost = $1,000)	30 year total cost included in our available warranty
Power costs stay the same (increases 4% annually)	Power costs- Eliminated. Utility connection fee of $10/mo
Labor costs if you don’t do it yourself
Need to start and run monthly

Calculate Your Savings:

Gas vs. Battery Cost Comparison

Want to see how much you’ll save with a battery-powered generator? Fill out the form below, and we’ll provide a customized lifetime cost comparison, showing why battery is the smart choice for your home or business.

Maximize Savings With

Tax Credits & Rebates

Choosing a battery backup system can qualify you for federal and state tax incentives, rebates, and financing options, making it the most cost-effective and environmentally friendly choice. Learn more about available benefits here.

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Serving Virginia and North Carolina

Ready to Make the Switch? Let’s Talk!

Power your home or business with a reliable, cost-effective, and eco-friendly backup solution. Contact Sunbum Solar & Roofing today for a free consultation!

We’re Certified

Virginia and North Carolina Electrical (ELE) Contracting License

Roofing Contractor

Class A Contractor

Virginia Alternative Energy Systems Specialty Contractor