As Houstonians prepared and hunkered down this weekend, memories of a freezing 2021 return. Generator Supercenter’s Vice President, Steve Cruise, says trusting the power will stay on just isn’t the case.
“Relying on utility is something that is becoming more and more in the past, and that’s what we’re seeing with our demand and our customers.” Cruise said.
Houstonians, he says, are taking matters into their own hands. “They have to get freedom from the grid. When you get cold weather situations like this, now it becomes life or death. We’re doing everything we can to service our existing customers and help the new customers.” He said.
Cruise urges the public not to wait until the last minute. Houston has inclement weather year-round. Instillation for a generator takes 4 to 6 weeks. He says they require permits which need approval by the local government. New customers will have to get in line, he says unfortunately, there is no way around the permitting process.
The cost of the Supercenter Generators range between $10,000 to $20,000.00. He says financing is available too, which has been a game changer, as wasn’t the case 10 years ago.
“If you just let it happen, you’re going to be in an unfortunate situation. Being proactive when the storm is not upon us is the best way to handle this. Hurricane season’s only 6 months away, let’s get ahead of that and get it in now.” He said.
Cruise says most of the generators are powered by natural gas, with other generators offer solar portable options that have come a long way in the last 5-10 years that can keep peace of mind keeping alarm and refrigeration sources powered. Since 2005, they have seen an increase in sales year after year. Generator Supercenter has expanded beyond the Houston market to over 75 markets including Florida and as far north as Michigan.