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If you’ve ever experienced a power outage, you know it’s no fun. But in extreme temperatures, a power outage can be dangerous or costly and damaging. Even in mild temperatures, if you rely on certain equipment to keep your business running or medical equipment, for example, to keep you breathing then going without electricity can be a serious issue. That is why clients contact Catalyst Electric to see about having a whole home backup generator installed at Lake of the Ozarks . We’re not talking about the portable kind that runs on gasoline, but an integrated one that automatically kicks in even if you’re not at home. In today’s blog, you can read more about this kind of generator and how many ways one could come in handy at your home or business. Why Power Failures Happen There are a lot of different reasons for power outages, and some last way longer than others. Some of the more expected causes include snow and ice storms, high winds, and lightning. But you never know when a car acc...

Dealing with a power outage can be an inconvenience no doubt. But in extreme temperatures, having a power outage at home can be costly or even dangerous to one’s health. Having a power outage at your business can cost you productivity and even customers. But don’t worry, there’s a solution! Catalyst Electric can install a backup generator for you. Not the portable kind that you have to keep putting gas in, but a whole home integrated backup generator. If you’d like to learn how these generators work and why you may want one in your home or business, just keep reading this blog. Why You May Need Backup Power Power outages can be caused by a number of things. Some more predictable, others completely unexpected. Of course, we know that high winds and lighting from storms can cause the power to go out. But, power outages can also be caused by a car crash or a vehicle taking out a power pole or high wire. You may feel comfortable relying on a portable generator that you have to start up wh...

Whether it be at your home or your business, going without power is never fun. During frigid temperatures, it can be downright dangerous to go without power and if you own a business, losing power can cost you big time if you are forced to go without computers, networks, lights, and POS Systems. You may be thinking that winter is almost over and a backup generator at the Lake of the Ozarks isn't necessary outside of winter, but that's not true! Read on to find out 5 situations where you may lose power and a backup generator would come in handy. #1 Winter Ice Storms  Of course, now one of the biggest cause of a power outage is the chance of winter weather, especially ice storms. Ice storms can cause havoc on power lines. When ice forms on power lines, the lines get heavy and have the potential to snap. Power is even more crucial during the harsh winter months because often when you do not have power, you don't have heat either. Installing a backup generator can give y...

Cooler weather is upon us and before we know it winter will be here. If you don't have a fireplace have you thought about how you will warm your home if the power goes out? Catalyst Electric has a solution for you! When you install a backup generator at the Lake of the Ozarks , you never have to worry about losing power again! Aside from heating your home in the winter, there are a lot of reasons a backup generator is a good idea for both your home and your business. Learn about our backup generators below!  Why Do I Need a Backup Generator? There a lot of scenarios where a backup generator would come in handy. Below are a few situations you may not have considered that could cause a power outage.   Tornados and Wind Storms  Lightening  Flooding  Winter Ice Storms  Car Accidents  Benefits of a Backup Generator  There are a lot of reasons for having a backup generator for both your home and your business. Often when ...