Ensuring your home’s safety is our top priority at Green Mountain Builders, and we want to help you stay aware and safe during these challenging times. In Florida, hurricanes are a common occurrence and often strike unexpectedly. Now, more than ever, whole-house generators have become a necessity for families, rather than a luxury. In this blog, we’ll explain the importance of having a whole-house generator in your Florida home.
Due to Florida’s frequent hurricanes and tropical storms, it’s crucial to ensure you’re prepared. During these events, power outages are common due to high winds, heavy rain, and storm damage. The loss of power means losing access to essential appliances and air conditioning, making daily life challenging-especially in Florida's extreme heat. This heat can become dangerously overwhelming during prolonged power outages. That’s why a whole-house generator is a smart investment. By installing such a generator, you can protect your home, prevent food spoilage, and avoid the cost of replacing damaged appliances.
Before any storm, it's a good idea to keep a checklist handy to ensure you don't miss any essential items. One important item to include is fuel. Since a generator requires fuel to operate, it’s wise to set aside extra fuel tanks to ensure your generator runs smoothly when needed. Additionally, it’s crucial to test your generator at least once a month for 15–20 minutes. Regular testing helps prevent potential challenges during a power outage.
It's also important to ensure your generator has a designated space to operate safely during a power outage. Since mixing water and electricity is extremely dangerous, working with a professional to identify a safe installation is best. A safe location would be anywhere free from trees and other obstructions. Contact our experienced team to discuss your concerns and how we can help you stay safe during the next natural disaster.
How Green Mountain Builders Can Help You:
At Green Mountain Builders, our priority is to ensure you and your home is kept safe, especially during the harsh condition of hurricane season. From installing hurricane windows, replacing doors to adding backup generators, our team offers a wide variety of tailored solutions to ensure your homes safety. Let us help you prepare your home for the unpredictable, so you can have peace of mind knowing that your new dream home is safe. Contact Green Mountain Builders today at (239)-313-5355.
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