Electrical Insights

Choosing the right backup power solution depends on your needs, budget, and how you want your home to operate during an outage. This guide explains the differences between portable generators, standby generators, and battery backup systems, helping homeowners understand which option makes the most sense for their property.

Whole home surge protectors have become an important part of modern electrical safety. With updated NEC requirements and increased risks from utility switching, lightning, and grid instability, installing a surge protection device helps protect appliances, electronics, and critical systems throughout the entire home, even when a full panel upgrade is not required.

Many older electrical panels such as Zinsco, Federal Pacific, and Bulldog are now considered unsafe and may be flagged by insurance providers, requiring electrical upgrades to maintain coverage and compliance.