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Hi HN, I'm an independent developer and programmer。

I built HomeGenGuide because I found it surprisingly difficult to get a clear estimate for home backup power installation costs without jumping through hoops with sales reps。

It’s a tool that calculates estimated costs based on generator type, fuel source, and potential labor rates。 On the tech side, it's built with Next.js and serves as a real-world case study for my interest in programmatic SEO (pSEO) and niche market analysis。

I'd love your feedback on:

The accuracy of the cost estimation logic.

The overall UX for a niche utility tool.

Any other variables I should consider (e.g., specific regional regulations).