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It’s Never Too Late to Get a Whole-House Generator
Making the decision to install a whole-house generator, i.e. a standby generator that is always ready to power your entire house at a moment’s notice, is a major step toward protecting your home and family. While installing a whole-house generator may cost more than...
Whole Home Surge Protection Now Required by National Electric Code – What Are Your Options?
The new 2020 National Electric Code (NEC) includes a wide range of updates. But one of the more substantial changes is the addition of a new Section 230.67, which requires the installation of a surge-protective device (SPD) for all dwelling unit service entrances.
What to Do if Your Generator Becomes Overloaded
If you own a home standby generator, you know that it’s good insurance against power outages, bringing you peace of mind and easing your anxieties.
Tips for Maintaining Your Generator
Power outages are incredibly troubling. Not only are they incredibly inconvenient and uncomfortable, but they can even get in the way of our work (triggers the internet to go out, severely affecting those who work from home) and threaten our safety and well being...
Everything You Need to Know About Your Home Generator’s Automatic Exercise Schedule
If you own a home standby generator, you know that it’s good insurance against power outages, bringing you peace of mind and easing your anxieties.
How Does a Generator Work?
Generators are a wise investment for any home or business. With current strains on power grids all across the country, power outages are becoming more and more common. By investing in a generator (even a small one) you are taking the necessary precautions to ensure...
Five Reasons a Cummins Portable Power Station is the Solution For You
If a lightweight, quiet portable backup power solution sounds more like your speed, here are five reasons why a Cummins Portable Power Station might be the best option for you…
Simple Ways to Winterize Your Home
America is quickly moving toward a more electrically powered future, but is the power grid up for this change?
How can I test my standby generator?
A standby generator is installed in a home or business to serve as a back-up energy system in the event of a power outage in the main electrical grid. Standby generators are designed to switch on automatically in the event of an outage, to ensure that you experience...
How to: Resetting Your Backup Generator
America is quickly moving toward a more electrically powered future, but is the power grid up for this change?
How to Avoid the Most Common Generator Problems
Backup generators exist to help in the case of emergency. Which means that, in the event of a power failure or natural disaster, discovering that your generator isn’t working properly is the absolute last thing you want. At Northside Power, we’re here to answer any...
3 Reasons to Install a Generator in the Summer
Investing in a generator for your home is more important than ever. Power grids across the United States are increasingly outdated, and changing weather conditions can result in frequent, extended power failures. The time of year you choose to purchase and install a...
How Long Can a Generac Generator Run Nonstop?
Electricity powers every aspect of our daily lives. When we lose access to it, it really throws a wrench into things– suddenly, we can’t charge our phones, run the dishwasher, use Wi-Fi, and a whole host of other things. This is one of the reasons why...
How Much More Can Our Power Grid Handle?
America is quickly moving toward a more electrically powered future, but is the power grid up for this change?
Summer Homeowner Tips
For most of us, summer is a great escape – we finally get to book that vacation we’ve been planning for years and unwind. During the warmer months, it can be easy to neglect your home while you’re away. It may not be ideal, but summer is a great time to get ahead of some of the necessary maintenance tasks around your house.
Thinking About Solar?
As the power grid evolves to include more renewable energy sources and to cope with the increasing energy demand, backup power sources are becoming more and more important.
Can You Put A Standby Generator In The Garage?
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
Efficient, Reliable Backup Power is More Important Than Ever Before
As the power grid evolves to include more renewable energy sources and to cope with the increasing energy demand, backup power sources are becoming more and more important.
Should I Buy A Refurbished Generator?
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
Can You Use An Electric Motor To Run A Generator?
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
What Is Wet Stacking On A Generator
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
The Evolution of Power Generation
Electricity is a familiar comfort to us today, allowing us faster communication and increased productivity. Reliable electricity is so fundamental to modern life, we even have backup generators for when our main source of energy fails.
How Do You Start A Generator That Has Been Sitting For A Long Time
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
Are Power Outages Becoming More Frequent?
Rarely, we’re ever able to predict the future, and yet, one thing we know with certainty is that power outages are going to become more and more frequent over time.
Why Would A Generator Run But Not Produce Electricity
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
How Do I Know if My Generator is Overloaded?
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
How Can I Make My Generator Quieter?
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
How do Portable Generators Work?
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
Air Cooled Vs Liquid Cooled Generators – Which is Best?
A generator is an easy investment for your home, but choosing which one (liquid cooled or air cooled) is a more difficult decision. Cooling is a very important factor to consider when choosing which generator to buy.
How To Run A Generator In The Rain
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
Should You Rent a Generator for Your Next Event?
From weddings and concerts to anniversary and birthday celebrations, sometimes special occasions call for a bit more preparation. If you’re planning an event that requires reliable power for lighting, sound systems, food vendors, etc., renting a generator is a great option.
How Long Can I Leave A Generator On For?
A portable generator can be used for multiple purposes, whether you are preparing for a loss of power or powering up a booth at a trade mart or a food truck, or keeping the lights on during a tailgate. It’s no secret that Arkansas experiences its fair share of power outages, and we want to be sure you are prepared for any emergency.
Home Generator Demand Currently Surpassing Supply
2021 has been an eventful and record-breaking year for many different reasons. A major reason being the unprecedented weather we’ve experienced in the south and the power grid’s failure to keep up.
Single-Phase Versus Three-Phase Generators
2021 has been an eventful and record-breaking year for many different reasons. A major reason being the unprecedented weather we’ve experienced in the south and the power grid’s failure to keep up.
Prepare for Tornado Season With a Whole Home Generator
2021 has been an eventful and record-breaking year for many different reasons. A major reason being the unprecedented weather we’ve experienced in the south and the power grid’s failure to keep up.
Mistakes to Avoid When Using Portable Backup Generators
Portable generators are a more affordable alternative to home standby generators, and they’re perfect for avid campers who love to spend time outdoors while still maintaining some comforts from home. But while portable generators are a great option for some,...
Guide to Purchasing a Commercial Generator
A storm has rolled in while you’re working from the office. You have a deadline to meet and then you see it - the lights begin to flicker and you hear the beeping of machines turning off and then resetting. Your phone line goes down and you hear everything outside of...
Whole Home Generator
Whole Home Generator Living right on the edge of Tornado Valley, in your Little Rock Arkansas home is one of the many reasons that we often have power outages. There is also the occasional transformer that may blow and cause a short-lived outage throughout your whole...
Preparing Your Generator for Warmer Weather
Warmer weather is upon us, and with the change in temperatures comes the dreaded storm season. Tornadoes are going to start rolling through town soon and you want to make sure that your generator is prepared. You’ll need it to be ready to cool your home and keep the...
Does a Standby Generator Increase Home Value?
2021 has been a wild year for real estate. It has been a total seller’s market, allowing sellers to put their house on the market for far more than what they bought it for. With that being said, you want to do whatever you can to get the most value for your property....
Relying Solely on Electric Providers not so Reliable? Find Energy Independence
Southern states were hit with unusual winter weather this February, which caused turmoil and devastation for many people. Those who relied solely on the electric providers to pull their weight amid the disaster were left in the dark without heat. Electric...
Which Fuel Type is Better: Natural Gas vs. Liquid Propane?
There seems to be an unending list of options whenever it comes to generators. One of those options is what type of fuel is best for your generator. Two of the fuel options are natural gas and liquid propane. So how do you choose which one should go into your...
Standby Generator Buying Guide
Every year, a tornado rolls through Arkansas and knocks the power out of your home. You gather up candles and fall over your furniture for days, asking yourself why you haven’t bought a standby generator yet. We know that buying a standby generator is no small...
Basics of Home Generators For Emergency Backup Power
We are coming out of a record-breaking month for snowfall in Arkansas. While many people enjoyed the snow days, more than 14,000 Arkansas residents were without power. Temperatures dropped down below zero and families were left without heat and nowhere to turn....
Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Focus on Installing a Backup Generator
When you hear others talk about home standby generators, you’re typically told the same story about how their power went out during the last big ice storm and their generator flipped on to save the day. While winter is an extremely important time to have a...
How Often Should You Service a Home Generator?
Like all machines and tools, regular maintenance has to be done to be sure that your home generator is working correctly. So just how often should you have your home generator serviced? At Northside Power we recommend that you have it serviced once a year. Your...
Prepping Your Home Generator for Cooler Weather
Even if you are a big fan of the cold winter months, it is no secret that nobody wants to get out in the wet and cold to work on equipment. It is also known that the majority of the population does not want to be without heat during those cold and wet days either....
Should First-time Homebuyers Shop for Generators too?
First-time homebuyers have a lot on their plate as it is. Searching for the perfect home to fit their family’s needs is already a pretty daunting task. Should they really add more to their to-do list? Having constant, steady power is an extremely important...
Air Cooled Vs Liquid Cooled Generators
When deciding what kind of generator you need for your Arkansas home and business, there are multiple factors to consider. Many people don’t even realize that generators have different cooling systems, but they do. Your options are air cooled and liquid cooled...
Choosing a Generator Dealer: Important Things to Look Out For
Here are some things to look out for when picking a company to handle your generator install and maintenance: If you’ve decided you’ve suffered your last power outage and are finally coming to the conclusion that a home standby generator is right for you and your...
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