Just Like You, Your Generator Needs Regular Exercise for Peak Performance
It’s common knowledge: We all need exercise to stay healthy. But did you know your…
It’s common knowledge: We all need exercise to stay healthy. But did you know your…
Technology is constantly changing and new devices are always emerging that make our lives better, our schedules more convenient and our tasks easier to perform. Lots of these devices can help us manage our homes more efficiently and securely and feature technology that allows us to care for our homes even while we’re away. At …
Is it time to upgrade your lighting or your appliances? While less efficient options may seem like the more budget-friendly choices, there’s more at stake than just the out-of-pocket costs. Choosing energy-efficient appliances and lighting has three significant benefits that every homeowner should carefully consider before making any purchase: You’ll actually save money. Since high-efficiency …
Switching to High-Efficiency? You’ll Enjoy Lots of Benefits Read More »
If you’ve been considering outdoor lighting but you’re not sure if it’s a good choice for you, you may not be considering all the advantages. Here are four big ones: Security One of the most compelling reasons to add outdoor lighting is to increase the security of your property. Whether you choose a motion-activated system …
A power outage is never exactly a fun event, but when it happens during freezing cold weather, it can be even more trouble. That’s because generators, like any other type of engine, can be affected by severely cold weather. Have you ever gone out to start your car on a winter day, only to find …
Hurricane season is upon us, and that means power outages may be just around the corner. Now is the time to make sure your generator is ready to run, no matter what Mother Nature may bring. Here’s what to do to get your generator ready before a storm hits: Dust it off and tune it …
How to Make Sure Your Generator Is “Stronger than the Storm” Read More »
For most people living in the Northeast, home generators get their greatest use during hurricane season when rains and heavy winds lash the area, knocking down power lines and sometimes keeping them down for days or even weeks. Winter is also a period of typically heavy use, thanks to ice storms that can snap tree …
Weathering Floods, Storms and Power Outages – Helpful Hints for Generator Safety Read More »
When it’s time to buy an ancillary power for a home, most people think first of portable generators. That’s because portable generators are typically smaller, cheaper and sold at most home centers, hardware stores and big-box retailers, making them much more visible options for most consumers. But while portable generators certainly have their place and …
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Choosing a generator for your home may seem like a complex process, but it’s actually fairly simple, relying on one central issue: How much power does your home need during a power outage? Most of today’s new homes are built with 200-amp service while older homes and some smaller homes may have 100-amp service. That’s …
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An automatic backup generator is a power system that turns on automatically in response to a power outage, and then turns off again once power is restored to your home. It’s tied in directly to your home’s electrical system, which means there’s no need to crisscross your home with dozens of extension cords or to …