Brownouts are an intentional or unintentional drop in voltage from utilities or other power sources that can cause damage to your home’s electronics. Brownouts can cause damage to insulation and cause unexpected electronic failure in the future. A sustained brownout could cause damage to electronic motors that are in everyday appliances, including washing machines, dryers, fans, air conditioners, refrigerators, and freezers.

PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR BROWNOUTS

• Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) These devices can protect against all power disturbances. These work by providing battery backup to critical electronic to protect them from sudden […]

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