Generator and Solar panel installations continue to increase as inclement weather and inconsistencies with the grid cause Houstonians to evaluate their energy alternative options.
Texans rush to get back-up generators installed at homes
Homeowners rush to get backup generators before hurricane season
People are rushing to try to get back up home generators installed before hurricane season. But installing one isn t quick. It s a long, involved process.
HOUSTON - Business has been revving up for backup home generators since the pandemic forced workers and students to need continuous power at home, and the February freeze left Texas without power for days.
People are rushing to try to get them installed before hurricane season. But installing one isn t quick. It s a long, involved process.
Phones haven t stopped ringing at Grasten Power Technologies, where stacks of generators in the warehouse are already sold.
Homeowners find power, peace of mind in generators
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Todd Manchaca, general manager, left, and Dan Tragni, vice president, right, talk near the generator risers at Generators of Houston, 6106 Milwee St., Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020 in Houston. A mix of bad weather, electricity unreliability, working from home and fears of social unrest have encouraged more homeowners to install standby generators.Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle / Staff photographerShow MoreShow Less
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Roel Elizondo, electrician, works at Generators of Houston, 6106 Milwee St., Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020 in Houston. A mix of bad weather, electricity unreliability, working from home and fears of social unrest have encouraged more homeowners to install standby generators.Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle / Staff photographerShow MoreShow Less