A Realistic Guide to Backup Power for Storms | Storm Ready

Описание: #stormpreparedness #backuppower #severeweather #diyhomerepair
When the power goes out during a storm, how do you know what kind of backup power you actually need? In this episode of Storm Ready, Dylan and Ira walk you through how to plan for power outages — from short-term blackouts to multi-day grid failures.

You’ll learn:

How to calculate your essential power needs

What appliances and systems to prioritize

The pros and cons of generators vs. battery backups

How to choose the right solution for your home

Don’t wait until the lights go out to figure this out. Whether you're preparing for hurricanes, ice storms, or summer grid stress, this guide will help you stay powered when the storm hits.

Shop the Backup Power Options from this Video:

Westinghouse WGen9500DFc 12500/9500-Watt Gas Generator: https://low.es/3IVnvcQ
Generac 49 State 8250/6700-Watt Dual Fuel Generator: https://low.es/45018LY
EcoFlow Delta 2 Max 2400-Watt Portable Power Station: https://low.es/45wnVz1
EcoFlow River 2 Pro 800-Watts Portable Power Station: https://low.es/45fARYW
Jackery Explorer 128-Watt Portable Power Station: https://low.es/44Z2zdB
Jackery SolarSaga 40-Watt Mini Solar Panel: https://low.es/4ld1ALE
Anker SOLIX F3800 6000-Watt Portable Power Station: https://low.es/3UExoxU
Anker SOLIX F3000 3600-Watt Portable Power Station: https://low.es/4mn9djo
Klein Tools Clamp Meter: https://low.es/41hON3g

Generator Resources of Lowes.com:

Wattage Calculator for Easily Estimating Power Needs: https://low.es/40JxtEb
Lowe’s Generator Finder: https://low.es/47evYBR
Portable Generator Buying Guide: https://low.es/45ijK8T
Generator Size Buying Guide: https://low.es/45ijMxx
Portable Power Station Buying Guide: https://low.es/40ISG16
How to Choose a Portable Solar Generator: https://low.es/3IRp1Nb
Home Standby Generator Buying Guide: https://low.es/41j53kw
Inverter Buying Guide: https://low.es/4lb7Y6a

Other Lowe’s YouTube Channel Videos about Generators:

How To Use an Emergency Generator | Severe Weather Guide:    • How To Use an Emergency Generator | Severe...  
How Do I Use A Generator? | DIY Basics:    • How Do I Use A Generator? | DIY Basics  
Using an Emergency Generator | HURRICANE PREP:    • Using an Emergency Generator | HURRICANE PREP  

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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
00:41 – How to Measure Power
01:33 – Average Power of Common Appliances
03.55 – Gas Powered Generators
05:12 – Battery Backups
05:54– Whole Home Backup Power Options
06.58 – How to Match Your Needs with a Backup Power Type
07:42 – Wrap Up

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