Tag: home energy storage systems

The True Cost of Backup Power: Demystifying Generator Financing

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The Whole-Home Generator Cost: The $0 Down Solution When we sit down with Vermont homeowners to talk about protecting their property from summer storms, the conversation almost always starts with one big question: “What is the true whole-home generator cost?” For years, there has been a misconception that automatic backup power is an extreme luxury… Read more »

What Are the Odds? The Real Likelihood of a Hurricane Hitting New England

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June 1st officially marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season. Whenever national news starts tracking storms in the Gulf or off the Florida coast, it’s easy for us in northern New England to ignore it. After all, hurricanes are a Southern or coastal problem, right? Not exactly. While it is true that we don’t… Read more »

Summer Storm Preparedness: Top 5 Ways to Protect Your Home

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As the long New England mud season finally fades and the temperatures begin to rise, homeowners across Vermont are looking forward to sunny days and backyard barbecues. But while the threat of blizzards and ice may be gone, the summer months bring their own volatile weather. The collision of intense heat and humidity creates the… Read more »

Spring Power Outages & Aging Generators

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April showers don’t just bring May flowers to New England; they also bring mud season, uprooted trees, and unpredictable weather. While winter ice storms get most of the attention, the heavy rain and severe wind gusts of April are notorious for knocking out the grid. When severe spring power outages strike, your home relies entirely… Read more »

Wind vs. Ice: The Truth About Spring Power Outages

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If you ask any Vermonter what weather event they fear the most when it comes to losing electricity, most will immediately say “ice storms.” The sound of freezing rain coating branches in January is enough to make any homeowner nervous. But as we transition out of winter, a new, highly destructive threat emerges. While ice… Read more »

ROI: Does a Generator Increase Home Value? (Spoiler: Yes)

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As March rolls in and tax refunds start hitting bank accounts, many Vermont homeowners are looking for the smartest ways to reinvest that money into their properties. While a kitchen remodel or fresh landscaping might be the first things that come to mind, you might be surprised to learn that a backup power system is… Read more »

Why the Spring Thaw is the Most Dangerous Time for Your Basement

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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 »

Why Your Vermont Business Needs Backup Power

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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 »

The Cost of a Power Outage: Pipes, Pumps, and Peace of Mind

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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 »

Why You Should Trust a Vermont-Based Generator Company

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When the snow is piling up against the door, and the wind is howling through the valley, the last thing you want to worry about is whether your backup power will hold. Safeguarding your home during a Vermont winter requires more than just machinery; it requires a partner who understands the stakes. Working with a… Read more »