Energy Resilience In The Lone Star State: Generac Generators For Texas Homes

Texans are known for being tough, but that doesn’t stop Mother Nature from messing with Texas when she feels like it. Whether it’s a hurricane along the Gulf Coast, ice storms in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, or triple-digit heat waves across the state, Texans need to be prepared for power outages. It’s not just a matter of comfort and convenience — having a dependable source of power is crucial for preventing food spoilage, staying in touch with the outside world, and staying safe during any emergency.

As the leading dealer and installer for Generac generators in Texas, Canter Power Systems delivers year-round peace of mind to homeowners throughout the Lone Star State. We provide the security that comes with knowing your home will always have power even when the elements strike.

The Importance of Energy Resilience in Texas

Unlike the rest of the United States, Texas is the only state that relies on its own power grid to provide 90% of its electrical power. When power emergencies strike, this means our resources are more limited than other states. On top of that, Texas experiences a wide range of weather events that can knock out the grid at any given time. These include:

• Hurricanes — In September 2021, the slow-moving Hurricane Nicholas made landfall on the eastern part of Matagorda Peninsula with sustained winds of 75 mph. Over 500,000 people lost power in the state’s affected areas as the storm caused widespread damage, most considerably in Brazoria and Matagorda counties. Despite the fact that Nicolas was considered a low-end Category 1 hurricane, it still had the power to disrupt the grid significantly.
• Ice storms — A sudden winter storm in February 2021 brought extreme cold and ice to central Texas, forcing many homeowners to overwork their electric heater units and strain the power grid. In addition, the buildup of ice on infrastructure led to outages. More than 11 million residents were left without power for up to three days as utilities struggled to keep up with the conditions.
• Thunderstorms — Summer storms are common in Texas, especially the closer you are to the Gulf. Lightning and flash floods resulting from these thunderstorms can damage the infrastructure and leave homeowners vulnerable to outages.
• Tornadoes — In the northern region of the state, tornadoes are a constant threat. Living in Tornado Alley means there’s a higher risk that your home may be without power due to destructive winds.

Generac Generators in Texas as the Solution

Generac is the nation’s top selling brand of whole-home generators. Built in the U.S. their reliability and durability make them the ideal backup power solutions for Texas homeowners. With a Canter Power  home backup  generator, you’ll have power back on in 15 seconds, and because it is connected to your existing natural gas or liquid propane fuel supply, you never have to worry about refueling.

Canter Power Systems Is Your Generac Installation Expert

We’re proud to be a Generac Power Pro Premier Dealer. Our longstanding relationship means that no one else in Texas knows as much about your Generac generator as we do. We’ve been in business for more than 75 years, and our commitment to customer service is one of the primary reasons we’re the nation’s largest full-service generator installer. To learn more about our services and receive a free estimate for Generac generator installation, get in touch with us today.