Top 5 Reasons to Install a Generac Generator Before Storm Season

When storm season rolls in, power outages often follow. From hurricanes and tropical storms to ice storms and high winds, extreme weather can leave homes and businesses in the dark for hours—or even days. But you don’t have to be left scrambling when the lights go out.

At Alternative Power, we believe that preparation is the best protection, and installing a Generac generator before storm season hits is one of the smartest moves you can make. Here are the top five reasons why now is the time to take action.

1. Keep the Lights (and Everything Else) On

When the power goes out, so does everything you rely on—lights, appliances, heating and cooling systems, medical devices, internet, and more. A Generac home standby generator automatically kicks on within seconds of an outage, keeping your home or business running smoothly without skipping a beat.

And with options that power your entire home or just the essentials, Generac gives you the flexibility to protect what matters most.

2. Avoid the Rush—and the Waitlists

Let’s be honest: once a major storm is in the forecast, everyone starts thinking about backup power. Unfortunately, by then, it’s often too late to get on the schedule. Demand spikes, supply chains get backed up, and installation calendars fill quickly.

Installing your Generac generator before storm season gives you peace of mind knowing you’re already protected—and you won’t be waiting in line when the storms start rolling in.

3. Protect Your Property from Damage

Extended power outages can cause more than inconvenience—they can lead to real damage. Think:

Flooding from failed sump pumps
Spoiled food in refrigerators and freezers
Burst pipes due to loss of heat
Mold growth from lack of ventilation

A Generac generator helps you avoid costly repairs and insurance claims by keeping your critical systems online during emergencies.

4. Stay Safe and Comfortable

Storms don’t just cut the power—they can also make your home unsafe. In extreme heat or cold, loss of HVAC can be dangerous, especially for children, seniors, or anyone with medical needs. Plus, during extended blackouts, people often turn to risky solutions like candles or gas-powered space heaters.

A Generac generator provides safe, reliable backup power so you can stay comfortable—and stay out of harm’s way.

5. Boost Your Home’s Value and Resale Appeal

Installing a standby generator isn’t just smart protection—it’s also a valuable home upgrade. Homebuyers are increasingly looking for homes with built-in backup power, especially in regions where outages are common. A Generac generator adds peace of mind and real market value.

Don’t Wait for the Forecast

Storm season is unpredictable, but your response doesn’t have to be. Installing a Generac generator now means you’ll be ready—no matter what the weather throws your way.

Contact Alternative Power today to schedule your free consultation and take the first step toward a safer, more reliable home with Generac.

joseph bradsher
a month ago

everthing done very well

Chris Long
a month ago

Alternative Power has been great to work with, from planning through installation and warranty registration.

D Bhavsar
a month ago

The entire house generator quote was effectively communicated through multiple emails and phone conversations. The sales person was well versed in the selection and electrical aspect of the needed work. Following the contract signing, Alternative Power secured city permits and scheduled the installation date. The physical and electrical installation process was completed within six hours, with preliminary electrical approvals obtained from the city inspector. The gas connection was finalized the following day. The start-up was scheduled for after four days of final electrical and gas inspections. The total time for the start-up process was three hours, including and excluding load. I requested the start-up checklist, which should have been provided at the conclusion of the start-up but was delayed for several days. A minor issue was the uncleaned electrical panels, which I vacuumed during the start-up process. It is essential that electrical panels are free from debris. Additionally, the dirt from the electrical conduit ditch was left on top of the nearby condensate drip collection point, which Alternative Power removed the following day.

James Ayscue
a month ago

Very impressed with the professional installation and fast service. Looking forward to continuing to work with these folks. Thank you for all your help!

Lisa Murray
a month ago

Michael Prendergast
a month ago

Easy process from start to finish. Generator (Generac) had a few issues upon initial start up but they were figured out and fixed (not Alternatives fault). The customer service manager Theresa is a major force in getting situations worked out to the customers satisfaction after installation and when she says she will do something she does it! Our service tech Jeremy is great and kept us posted and took the time to explain the issues we were having. Pam in scheduling is great as well for the installation which took two days. She knows all the right people to call! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend them again and we will be using them for all our Generac maintenance needs!