The Real Cost of Power Outages in Texas Homes (And How to Avoid Them)
When the power goes out, most people think of the inconvenience. No lights. No TV. No Wi-Fi. But for homeowners in Longview, Tyler, Shreveport, and surrounding East Texas towns, the real cost of a power outage often goes much deeper.
Between the extreme heat, spring storms, and aging infrastructure, Texas homes are vulnerable to outages that create more than just discomfort. They lead to financial losses, property damage, and serious lifestyle disruptions.
Let’s look at how much an outage can actually cost you.
💸 Spoiled Food: $200 to $500 Gone Overnight
Your refrigerator can only keep food cold for about four hours without power. A freezer may last a bit longer, but not by much. After that, groceries are at risk.
An extended outage could wipe out everything in your fridge and freezer. Meats, dairy, medication, baby formula-it adds up quickly.
🧾 Hotel Stays and Emergency Costs: $300 or More Per Night
When your air conditioning shuts off during a Texas heatwave or the furnace stops during a cold snap, your home may not be safe to stay in.
Families often scramble for hotel rooms, and when everyone else is doing the same, prices go up. A single night away, plus meals and gas, can easily exceed $300.
🏠 Property Damage: Thousands in Repairs
Outages affect more than electronics. If your home depends on a sump pump, no power could mean a flooded basement.
During winter, loss of heat may cause pipes to freeze and burst.
Water damage, mold growth, ruined flooring, and plumbing issues are expensive and stressful to fix.
💻 Missed Work and Lost Productivity
If you work from home, you depend on electricity and internet.
When power cuts out, your meetings, deadlines, and communication grind to a halt.
Lost work hours can mean lost income, especially if you're self-employed or freelance.
Family Disruptions and Stress
Outages also impact your quality of life. No lights for reading or bedtime routines. No A/C for keeping the kids cool. No microwave to reheat dinner.
Tensions rise when the whole house is stuck in survival mode. It’s hard to relax, focus, or feel safe when the basics of comfort and convenience disappear. What starts as a minor inconvenience can quickly turn into a stressful and exhausting experience for the whole family.
How to Avoid the Cost
A standby generator provides instant backup power as soon as the grid fails. Your home stays cool, your food stays safe, and your family stays comfortable.
At
MALL Energy Home, we help East Texas homeowners install dependable whole-home generators from
Kohler and
Briggs & Stratton. These brands are trusted, powerful, and built to last.
Why Choose MALL Energy Home?
- We’re local. We live and work here in East Texas, and we understand the unique weather and outage risks our communities face.
- We size it right. Our team evaluates your home's energy needs to ensure the generator matches your lifestyle and square footage.
- We service what we sell. From maintenance to 24-hour emergency repairs and remote monitoring, we're always just a call away.
- We only install the best. Kohler and Briggs & Stratton offer excellent performance and top-rated warranties.
📞 Let’s Talk About Standby Power for Your Home
Want to avoid the hidden costs of a power outage? The solution is simple.
Contact MALL Energy Home to schedule your free in-home consultation. We'll help you protect your home, your family, and your peace of mind before the next storm hits.
