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Posted by Hyundai Power Products on 22nd Dec 2025
The Backup Generator Boom:
The One Essential Every UK Homeowner
Wishes They Bought Before the Last Blackout!
By Hyundai Power Products
Power cuts always seem to strike at the worst possible moment - in the middle of dinner, during movie night, just as the heating kicks in, or right when you need to charge your phone. But, did you know…
According to a UK Power survey, a massive 66% of UK adults have experienced a power cut in their local area.
That means two-thirds of the country have already been left in the dark, literally. And with unpredictable weather, rising energy demand, and an aging grid, outages are becoming more common, not less. While most outages are short, the disruption is real. The same survey found many people report losing phone/internet access during outages, and a portion reported difficulty accessing medical equipment or home treatment that needs electricity.
In other words…
If you haven’t been hit with a blackout yet… your turn is probably coming.
⚡ Why Backup Generators Are Becoming the UK’s Smartest Home Investment
A backup generator can keep essentials running during a power cut, think fridge/freezer, heating controls, lights, broadband router, and device charging, but it must be chosen to match your power needs and used safely.
Power outages aren’t just annoying, they can cost you money, comfort, and time. Food spoils. Wi-Fi dies. Phones, medical equipment, and laptops go flat. Heating cuts out. Security systems shut off. Life gets inconvenient VERY fast.
For some households, it’s not even about comfort, it’s about care. Falls are common in later life, and when power cuts happen at night, homes instantly lose lighting. If an elderly relative needs the toilet, one dark step or hallway can be the difference between “fine” and a serious fall. Night-time trips to the bathroom are a known high-risk moment, and fall-related injuries can be severe, including fractures that carry significant one-year mortality. And if they rely on an emergency call pendant that connects through a powered base unit/router, staying connected matters just as much as staying warm.
Add in the fact that two-thirds of the UK has already experienced a power cut, it’s no wonder more people are turning to reliable backup generators to take control of their home power supply.
Hyundai Power Products generators are built for exactly these moments - delivering reliable, instant power when the grid lets you down.
The Generator Features UK Customers Can’t Stop Talking About
We’ve heard the stories, and they’re surprisingly similar: when the lights go out, those who planned ahead keep living normally while everyone else scrambles.
Here’s what makes Hyundai generators such a hit:
✔ Ultra-Reliable Hyundai Engines
Dependable power when you need it most.
✔ Fuel-Efficient Technology
More runtime - less fuel burned.
✔ Portable and Tough
Designed for real-world conditions across the UK.
✔ Low-Noise Operation
Because your generator shouldn’t wake the whole street.
✔ Options for Every Scenario
From home backup to camping to construction.
“I Wish I’d Bought One Sooner” - The UK Outage Stories Keep Coming
When 66% of the country has already experienced a power cut, it’s no surprise we hear things like:
“The storm knocked out our whole street but our Hyundai kept the heating running.”
“We lost power for hours… but we still watched Netflix.”
“The fridge and freezer would’ve been a total disaster without the generator.”
“Our job site would’ve been shut down for the day.”
Preparation pays for itself the very first time you need it.
Which Hyundai Generator Is Right for Your Needs?
Diesel Generators up to 10kW
For Home Backup:
Perfect for powering essentials like lights, heating controls, fridge, freezer, Wi-Fi router, and device chargers. This is the “keep the house functional” setup.
Leisure Inverter Generators
For Camping & Touring:
Lightweight inverter generators with clean, stable power for electronics. Hyundai’s inverter range uses pure sine wave technology, designed to be safer for sensitive devices.
Diesel Generators Over 10kW
For Worksites & Trades:
Heavy-duty, high-output models built to handle demanding tools and long run times.
Safety first
Generators are brilliant. They also need to be used properly.
Never use a generator indoors or in partially enclosed spaces (including garages/sheds.)
Use it outside, away from doors/windows, and follow the manufacturer instructions.
Use heavy-duty extension cords and avoid unsafe home “backfeeding” setups; if you want a proper home connection, speak to a qualified electrician about the correct changeover solution.
⚡ Don’t Become the Next “Should’ve Prepared” Story
With 66% of UK adults already experiencing power cuts, it’s not a question of if a blackout will hit… but when.
And by the time it happens, it’s already too late to start thinking about a backup plan.
Stay Lit. Stay Warm. Stay Powered.
Explore our full Generators & Portable Power range (including inverter, petrol, diesel and portable power stations) and choose the right backup for your needs.
Because when the next blackout hits… you’ll want your plan already in place, and your household already protected.
Frequently Asked Questions
An inverter generator is typically preferred because it’s designed to provide cleaner, stable power (Hyundai highlights pure sine wave tech for sensitive devices).
If your power is out but the phone/broadband network is still running, a generator can keep your router and alarm base unit powered, helping digital landlines and some personal alarm systems keep working. If the broadband/phone network is down as well, a generator can’t restore the external service.