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Sep 27, 2022 1:45:30 PM by Lauren Mangano

Power Through Hurricane Season With a Backup Generator

The 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30. This year, forecasters called for an above-average hurricane season, making 2022 the seventh above-average season in a row. Hurricane Ian is currently hitting Florida, reminding all of us that it's always important to be prepared. While we can't control the weather, we can control how we get ready for it, and one of the best ways to stay safe in your home during a storm is by using a backup generator.
 

Atlantic Hurricane Season

Saturday, September 10, marked the statistical peak of the Atlantic hurricane season, as this is when the Atlantic Basin has had the most hurricanes and named storms over the course of history. 
Atlantic hurricane season peak
This graph from The Weather Channel shows how the three-month period from August through October encompasses the majority of named storms (77%) and hurricanes (87%) in an average season.
 
During this seasonal peak, conditions are optimal for the development of tropical storms and hurricanes. Ocean water reaches its highest temperature, the atmosphere's ability to generate thunderstorms hits its peak, and harsh winds decline to a minimum. These factors come together to create an ideal environment for storms.
 
In addition, these overlapping factors occur over a larger area of the Atlantic Basin compared to earlier or later in the season. That means there's a bigger area for tropical development during the seasonal peak.
 

Preparing for Storm Season

While we don't feel the strongest effects of Atlantic hurricanes here in the Delaware Valley, we certainly experience damaging storms from time to time. One of the most inconvenient, and sometimes dangerous results of these storms is power outages. Power outages can last days or weeks and will leave you without heat, air conditioning, light, electronics, refrigeration, and other essentials.
 
The best way to prepare is by investing in a portable generator or, better yet, a whole-home backup generator. With a backup generator from Generac, you'll never have to run an extension cord through a window or door again. A Generac home backup generator safely delivers power right to your home's electrical panel -- automatically. Generac's standby generators detect outages as soon as they occur, and deliver power to your home within minutes. How Does a Backup Generator Work? & Other FAQ's
Generators can run on liquid propane or can use your home's natural gas lines. Like your AC unit, the standby generator sits right outside your home and waits for the signal to kick into gear. Unlike a portable generator, a backup generator starts automatically. They can be sized to power your whole home or just what you need most.
 
Your generator should be professionally sized and installed by a local contractor. Don't wait for a storm to hit and the lights to go out to start thinking about your safety and comfort. To schedule a free generator estimate for your Bucks County home, contact us today by filling out the form below.Request a Free Generator Installation Estimate

 


If you live in the Delaware Valley/Greater Philadelphia area and would like to find comfort within your home, visit our website or give us a call at 215 - 245 - 3200.
 

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