FAQs

We offer a range of generators starting from 6kVA upwards, allowing us to provide temporary power solutions for everything from smaller events and projects through to larger construction sites, festivals and commercial requirements. Our team can advise on the most suitable generator based on your individual power requirements.

The Big Green Generator Company is based in Hertfordshire and provides temporary generator hire, power and lighting solutions throughout the UK. Whether you require a generator locally or for a project further afield, contact our team to discuss your requirements.

The correct generator size will depend on the equipment you need to power and its total electrical load. Our experienced team can discuss your requirements and recommend a generator with the appropriate capacity, helping you avoid hiring equipment that is either underpowered or unnecessarily large.

Yes. We provide generator hire and temporary site power for residential, commercial and industrial construction projects. Our generators can provide reliable power for tools, machinery, site facilities and other equipment where mains electricity is unavailable or insufficient.

Yes. We provide generator and lighting hire packages for festivals and events of all sizes. We can help plan your temporary power requirements and provide generators, cables, distribution equipment and engineering support to help keep your event running smoothly.

Yes. We provide bespoke temporary power packages for weddings, marquees, stretch tents and tipis. We can help determine the power needed for lighting, catering equipment, entertainment and other electrical requirements, providing a reliable solution for your special day.

Yes. We specialise in temporary and emergency power solutions and offer a genuine 24-hour emergency call-out service, 365 days a year. If you experience a generator breakdown or an unexpected loss of power, contact our team and we will do everything possible to get you powered again quickly.

Yes. We provide temporary power solutions for corporate functions, hospitality events and other commercial occasions. We can tailor the equipment and support provided to suit the venue, number of guests and electrical requirements of your event.

Yes. Our flexible generator hire solutions are suitable for both short-term and longer-term requirements. Whether you need temporary power for an event, emergency cover, planned maintenance or an extended construction project, we can recommend an appropriate hire package.

Yes. In addition to generator hire, we provide cable and electrical distribution equipment, including dry hire options. This allows us to provide a more complete temporary power solution for construction sites, events and other projects.

Yes. As well as maintaining our own hire fleet, we can provide bespoke servicing and maintenance packages for customers who own their generators. We can keep track of servicing requirements and help ensure your generator remains reliable, efficient and ready when you need it.

Load bank testing places a controlled electrical load on a generator to test how it performs under operating conditions. It can help identify potential problems and confirm that a generator is capable of delivering the required power when needed. We offer professional load bank testing as part of our generator support services.

Yes. We offer a competitively priced generator fuel management service designed to help ensure your site or project doesn't run out of fuel. This can be particularly useful for longer-term generator hire and busy sites where maintaining a reliable power supply is essential.

Yes. We are committed to providing greener and more efficient temporary power solutions. We offer hybrid power options that combine battery technology with generators, helping reduce generator running times, fuel consumption, noise and environmental impact where appropriate.

Yes. We have qualified electricians who can assist with electrical installation, testing, commissioning, sign-off and certification. This means we can provide a comprehensive temporary power service, from selecting and delivering your generator through to installing, testing and supporting your power system.