Preparing for Power Outages: 5 Smart Upgrades You Can Make Before Winter
Winter in Kentucky and Southern Indiana can bring freezing rain, ice storms, and surprise power outages. The time to prepare your home's electrical system isn’t after the lights go out—it’s right now.
At Corrigan Electric, we help homeowners avoid cold-weather chaos with practical, code-compliant upgrades that keep your power, and peace of mind, intact. Here are five smart upgrades to consider before the temperature drops.
Install a Whole-Home Backup Generator
Backup generators aren’t just for luxury, they're for safety. Automatic systems kick on within seconds of an outage and power your essentials like your heat, sump pumps, medical devices, and lights. Corrigan Electric is a certified installer for both Generac and Briggs & Stratton, offering full-service setup and maintenance.
2. Upgrade Your Electrical Panel
Older electrical panels weren’t designed for today’s power demands. If your home still runs on a fuse box or has a 100-amp panel, an upgrade to 200 amps can improve your system's capacity and reduce the risk of overloads during high-usage months.
3. Add Whole-Home Surge Protection
Winter outages and power-grid fluctuations can cause damaging voltage spikes. Whole-home surge protectors defend your valuable appliances and electronics from electrical surges—an inexpensive add-on with major long-term value.
4. Weatherproof Outdoor Outlets and Fixtures
Snow, sleet, and freezing rain can damage unprotected exterior wiring. Installing protective outlet covers, using GFCI protection, and properly sealing outdoor fixtures helps keep your system safe and operational all season long.
5. Schedule a Preventative Maintenance Inspection
Before winter hits, have a licensed electrician inspect your panel, breakers, exterior connections, and high-load systems. Catching problems now can prevent power loss, reduce fire risk, and help you avoid emergency service calls when you need power the most.
Peace of Mind Starts Before the Storm
With nearly 30 years of licensed service, Corrigan Electric makes winter preparation simple, safe, and smart. Whether you’re upgrading a panel, installing a generator, or just want an honest evaluation of your home’s readiness—we’re here to help.
Visit CorriganElectric.com to book your pre-winter electrical evaluation today.
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