10/10/2026
Is your generator actually ready?
Around here, it's usually not a question of if the power will go out this winter... it's how long it'll be out when it does, right?
And the worst time to find out your generator isn't working?
When the power is already off. 🫤
Before storm season really gets going, take a few minutes to make sure your backup power system is ready:
🔧 Stay on top of maintenance.Just like your car, generators need regular service. Oil, filters, batteries and other components need to be checked and replaced over time.
⚡ Make sure it's testing regularly. Most standby generators run an automatic exercise cycle. If you haven't heard yours kick on in a while, don't just assume everything is good to go.
🔥 Check your propane. A lot of homes in Nevada and Placer Counties rely on propane, and an extended outage can use more fuel than you might expect. Heading into winter with a full tank is always a good idea.
🏠 Don't forget the transfer switch. Your automatic transfer switch is what detects the outage and tells your generator it's time to take over. The generator itself can be perfectly fine, but if there's an issue somewhere else in the system, you may still be sitting in the dark.
A generator that worked perfectly last winter isn't guaranteed to be ready this winter. A little preparation now is a whole lot easier than troubleshooting in the dark, in the rain, when half the neighborhood is already without power. 😬
Not sure when your generator was last serviced or whether it's ready for winter? Give Precision Electric a call and we'll help you get it checked off the list.
