9 Ways every Homeowner should prepare for a Power Outage

Due to weather conditions, accidents, aging power grids and so much more, power outages are becoming more common than they used to be.

Once the power goes out, you should use these tips to help you survive an electrical outage.

Turn your car into a generator

A power inverter, which turns DC current from your car into AC current for your electrical gadgets, is the next best thing to a generator when it comes to surviving a blackout. Small units can recharge your computer or phone. Larger ones can even power a fridge or power tools.

Conserve batteries

LED flashlights and lanterns have a huge advantage over incandescent models – they allow batteries to last much longer!

Purchase a backup power solution

When all the power is gone and you want to continue with your day to day activities it can be quite difficult. Off Grid has a wide range of backup power solutions, from power banks to UPS devices. If you don’t want to be inconvenienced a backup power solution is the way to go.

Save food with ice

A couple of hours without power can cost you an arm and a leg if your food in your fridge or freezer spoils. Fill freezer bags with water and keep them in the freezer to keep it colder for longer or transfer them to the fridge or a cooler.

Don’t wreck your TV

When the power comes back on, there will probably be power surges that could destroy electronics such as your TV, computer and other appliances. So the best thing to do is to unplug everything!

Don’t use candles

Flashlights produce more light and they won’t burn your house down.

Keep the fridge closed

The less you open your fridge and freezer doors, longer your food will stay cold.

Tap your geyser

It’s your built in emergency hot water supply. If you’re ever in need of hot water, open the drain valve at the bottom of the tank.

Get cash

In a power outage, it’s best to have cash on hand. Some stores may stay open, but they probably won’t be able to use their card machines. So keep emergency cash close by.

If the power goes out, sometimes you have to prepare for the worst – like not having power for a few hours. Why not plan ahead and make sure you’re prepared!