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Did you know that your AC unit can have a very negative effect on your generator? On multiple occasions when we get a call for a generator overloading during a summer outage, the problem is related back to the homeowner’s AC unit.  The AC unit on your home is the...

Most of the time, when you have a power outage it lasts only a few hours. However, there are times when it goes on much longer – even for several days.  How will your generator stand up? The answer to this question can help you decide what kind of generator you want...

Dealing with a power outage at home is bad enough, but when it’s your place of business there’s even more to think about. 70% of businesses will face a power outage in the next 12 months, and weather-related outages have doubled since 2003.

We’ve talked a lot about how important it is to have standby generators in case of a power outage. It can keep you safe and comfortable at home, and it can help you maintain your business and avoid theft or other losses. But what, exactly, causes a power outage? How...

We all know the importance of routine pest control service for our homes, but what about pest control for your home standby generator? Ants are particularly pesky, and they can cause a lot of trouble if they get into the generator’s control board. Most of the time...

As a Little Rock business owner, you can’t afford to lose power. When you don’t have power you don’t have business, and that means lost customers, revenue, and even a hit to your reputation.   Storms in Little Rock are unpredictable, but a standby generator is...

Is your generator working well or is it likely to fail the next time you need it?  That can be an unnerving question, but it’s a very important one. You never know when you’ll need your generator to provide vital power during a serious storm or even tornado. It’s...

Before you invest in a standby generator, you’ll probably do a lot of research on generators themselves, the manufacturers, and the local dealers who sell them. You’ll probably find out that it’s initially cheaper to buy a generator from someone other than a reputable...

Northside Power has a long history of working with generators, and Greg Nalley says he is proud of that heritage. In fact, it’s a similar heritage that powers Cummins. Cummins first began turning challenges into opportunities in 1919 when Clessie Cummins was named...

Is bigger always better? Not when it comes to home generators. Having the right size for your space not only saves you money, it helps ensure your safety and comfort if the power goes out.Unfortunately, there are unscrupulous people who will tell you that you should...

If you’ve ever lost power in a bad storm, you know how important it is to have a backup source of power. Generators are a great choice, and can be used in both home and commercial buildings. If you’ve ever lost power in a bad storm, you know how important it is to...

Severe weather events are happening more and more frequently, and as a business owner, you need to be ready for anything. Do you know how you would keep your business running if a power outage lasted several hours – or several days? Certainly, the kind of portable...

All of this cold, dreary weather has us ready to pack up the fifth wheel and hit the road. Sometimes you just need to fill your lungs with fresh air and leave all of the headaches of the modern world behind. Campers are a great way to take an extended vacation from...

Having a generator is essential – you don’t want to lose food, business, or even just comfort due to a long-term power outage. A generator can help you maintain what you need until power is restored. One question you may have, though, is what kind of generator you...

We’ve been selling, installing and servicing generators since 1978, which means we’ve heard a number of worries that come with purchasing a standby generator. Many customers are rightfully worried about the appearance of the generator once it’s in their yard....

Our society is reliant on power. The availability of this continuous power helps businesses maintain operations and families continue their everyday lives even when power outages occur. More and more people are choosing to invest in standby power systems. Because...

Winter is an exciting time for many retailers and other businesses – it’s often the busiest time of the year. Winter is when you make a lot of your biggest sales and have your best months. Assuming everything goes as it should, of course. If you were to lose power or...

Arkansas is known for bad weather. You never quite know what to expect year to year. Will we have floods in Little Rock? Or will we face drought? High wind? Or perhaps a tornado? Even without these extreme events, you can lose power for a variety of reasons. Even...

When you think about getting the best products at the best price, do you assume you need to go to a big box store? Whether buying generators or groceries, many Americans do. It’s understandable because they believe some of the popular myths about buying from big box...

If you buy your residential generators from a big box store, you may have no idea who’s going to take care of them. In fact, because there’s no service plan, you may assume they don’t need maintenance! That’s far from the truth. In fact, generators have regular...

Thanks to your towable generator, your construction site can safely and efficiently receive power to keep your equipment up and running. Here are a few tips to make sure any towable generators you use during construction is safely operated.   1. Read the safety...

Northside Power has been operating in central Arkansas since 1978. Over the years we’ve seen how much Little Rock benefits when local business succeeds and grows. Today, we specialize exclusively in generators for homes and other small businesses. We know our...

When the power goes out, and the cause isn’t obvious, you are left to think about what kind of incident caused it. There have been power outages caused by spaceships* and power outages caused by termites**. To your standby generator, it doesn’t matter why the power...

Are you considering Generac generators for your small business? At Northside Power we’ve helped businesses all over central Arkansas keep their power on during power outages. Many business owners find that the cost of a generator is often returned through new clients,...

Standby generators, commercial and domestic, are becoming increasingly more essential to business and homes around central Arkansas. However, backup power sources are not the most interesting topic to bring up at parties. In fact, over our 20 years of generator...

Commercial standby generators are a lifesaver for small businesses. Power outages are a sure thing in Saline County and can become very costly for small businesses. The investment you make in a commercial standby generator will pay for itself. Here are a few reasons...

Whether it is caused by a major ice storm or a fallen power line, power outages are a reality for businesses in central Arkansas It’s not a matter of IF the power will fail, it’s better to plan for WHEN it fails. Depending on your business, a towable generator might...

In today’s digitally run world, losing electricity, even for a moment, isn’t an option for most people. We want to protect our home from power outages, so shouldn’t we also protect our equipment from damaging surges? Most homes today contain an average of over $15,000...

Thinking of having a generator installed for your home or office building? Here are a few good reasons to invest in a home standby generator. Northside Power is Little Rock’s top Generac dealer. We install home standby generators for customers all over central...

Are generators a necessity in Saline County, Arkansas? If you live here long enough you will learn that Arkansas power lines are not ice-storm friendly. If you have electronic necessities, like medical equipment, it is important to be ready for long-term power...