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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...

James Joseph Torez, born and raised in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, is now 93 with a rich history and an impressive life in the military to look back on fondly.  Two years after his mother and father relocated to the U.S. from Mexico in 1924, James was born to Teressa and...

The coronavirus pandemic has shaken the entire world and proven to be an incredibly unpredictable and uncertain time. Social norms that we once took for granted have been stripped away, and we’ve all felt the aftershock of our normal routines having been destroyed....

We’ve all heard the catchy saying April showers bring May flowers, but with the Spring season also comes unpredictable weather and severe storms.While the weather in Arkansas is almost always unpredictable, the transition between seasons is often extremely uncertain....

Normally, the only reason you ever need to break out your trusty portable generator is because of a natural disaster or bad storm, but typically, it’s unsafe to use generators in wet weather, rain or snow. These conditions are unavoidable and are most likely when you...

It’s almost Halloween, so we thought now would be a good time to warn you about the thing that’s most likely haunting your home. Phantom loading is lurking around your home, draining energy out of your appliances and electronics, and most people never even realize it....

Believe it or not, home generators in Little Rock are a necessity. You may be thinking twice about getting one for your home due to its cost. Experts have found installing a generator costs a national average of $4,026.This cost varies depending on your location and...

You may think buying a home generator is too expensive. Like it or not, owning home generators in Arkansas is a must to be ready for any weather emergency. Besides the value a generator adds to your property, you should consider how it can protect your family. It...

Although standby generators often save the day by automatically kicking on and providing power when the electric utility supply is interrupted, the noise associated with an internal combustion engine is often unfavorable.  Many communities within the city limits have...

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...