Congratulations—you and your home survived another harsh Vermont winter. But while you are looking forward to melting snow and warmer temperatures, take a moment to think about the piece of equipment that had your back through every ice storm and sub-zero night: your standby generator. Whether it was running for days during a grid failure… Read more »
In Vermont, we don’t just transition from winter to spring; we go through a very specific, notoriously messy phase known as “Mud Season.” While the sight of melting snow and longer days is a welcome relief after a long winter, it hides a massive threat to your home. In fact, late March and early April… Read more »
Imagine this: It’s a busy winter afternoon in Vermont. Your shop is open, the lights are on, the register is ringing—and suddenly, everything goes dark. The power outage might be brief, maybe just a few hours, but the consequences linger long after the lights come back on. Sales are lost, sensitive equipment shuts down, and… Read more »
For many Vermont homeowners and businesses, a standby generator is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. Between ice storms, heavy snow loads, and the unpredictability of the grid during a “deep freeze,” having a reliable backup power source is the only way to ensure your family remains safe and warm. But we know the… Read more »
Your electrical panel is the heart of your home’s power system, yet it’s one of the most overlooked components when it comes to safety. Many Vermont homeowners don’t realize that the panel installed 20 or 30 years ago may not be equipped to handle today’s modern demands. In a Vermont winter, your electrical system works… Read more »
Winter in Vermont can be brutal on machinery. When the temperatures drop to -10° or lower, it’s not always the heavy snow or ice that threatens your backup power—it’s often something much simpler: the oil. Yes, the very substance that keeps your engine running smoothly can be the reason it fails when you need it… Read more »
When homeowners consider buying a standby generator, the conversation usually revolves around the price tag of the unit. “Is it worth the investment?” is the most common question we hear. However, the more important financial question is: “What is the cost of NOT having one?” and “What is the TRUE cost of a power outage?”… Read more »
It is a familiar winter scene in Vermont: It is -10° outside, your living room feels drafty, so you plug in a space heater to take the chill off. You settle in, turn on the TV, maybe start the coffee maker… and click. The room goes dark. Is it time for an electrical panel upgrade?… Read more »
In Vermont, we don’t just get “snowfall”—we get snow accumulation. As the season progresses, the snowpack builds layer by layer, turning your backyard into a frozen landscape. A generator snow stand can help alleviate the pains from all of those potential issues. While this is great for skiing, it poses a serious threat to your… Read more »
The holidays are over, the New Year has rung in, and now comes the task everyone dreads: taking down the decorations. While untangling string lights and deflating snowmen might be just another chore on your to-do list, it presents a unique opportunity. You are already outside, up on the ladder, and handling your home’s exterior… Read more »
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