Memorial Day Preparedness: Protect Your Home from Summer Storms with Backup Power

Why Memorial Day is the Perfect Time to Prepare for Summer Storms

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, a time for barbecues, outdoor activities, and gatherings with family. But it also signals the beginning of Maine’s summer storm season, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and unexpected power outages that can disrupt daily life. Each year, storms knock out power for thousands of homes across Maine, sometimes for days at a time. The combination of severe thunderstorms, coastal storms, and an aging power grid makes prolonged blackouts a real concern. Now is the time to ensure your home is prepared before the next storm arrives.

The True Cost of Losing Power During a Summer Storm

A summer power outage is more than just an inconvenience-it can put your home and family at risk. Without power, air conditioning units stop running, making your home hot and humid, especially during heat waves. Refrigerators and freezers shut down, leading to food spoilage and unexpected costs. Security systems go offline, leaving homes vulnerable. For families who rely on medical devices like oxygen concentrators or refrigerated medications, a power outage can turn into a serious health emergency. Additionally, in Maine’s coastal communities, severe storms often bring flooding, meaning sump pumps stop working and homes become susceptible to water damage. A Generac backup generator eliminates these risks, ensuring that your home stays comfortable, safe, and fully functional even when the grid goes down.

How a Backup Generator Keeps Your Home Running During Summer Storms

Unlike portable generators, which require manual setup, fuel refills, and limited power output, a Generac standby generator automatically detects a power outage and restores electricity within seconds. Whether an outage lasts a few hours or multiple days, a properly sized Generac generator can keep your home’s essential systems running without interruption, including:

• Air conditioning and fans to maintain a comfortable temperature.
• Refrigerators and freezers to prevent costly food spoilage.
• Security systems and smart home devices to keep your home protected.
• Medical equipment and powered home essentials for those who depend on them.

A standby generator connects to your home’s natural gas or propane supply, meaning it provides continuous power without the need for refueling.

The Best Time to Prepare is Before the Storm Arrives

With Memorial Day marking the start of summer, now is the best time to install or service a backup generator before the first major storm of the season. Many homeowners wait until a storm is approaching to think about backup power, but by then, it may be too late to schedule installation or maintenance. If you already own a Generac generator, it’s important to schedule a pre-season maintenance check to ensure it’s storm-ready. Batteries, oil levels, and filters should all be inspected before the most intense weather arrives. Don’t assume your generator will work-know for certain.

Be Ready Before the Next Power Outage Hits

Power outages in Maine’s unpredictable summer weather aren’t a matter of if, but when. Whether it’s a strong thunderstorm, coastal storm, or unexpected grid failure, losing electricity during peak summer months can be disruptive, uncomfortable, and even dangerous. At Generator Supercenter of Maine, we provide professional generator installation, maintenance, and emergency support to ensure your home remains powered through any storm. If you’ve been considering adding a backup power solution, now is the best time to act before storm season reaches its peak. Call us today at (207) 400-6277 or visit our showroom at 269 US RT-1, Unit #104, Falmouth, ME 04105 to schedule your generator service or consultation. Don’t wait for the next outage-be prepared now.