Empowering the powerless: A homeowner’s guide to when the lights go out

Heather Ainsley  news@greenepublishing.com Strong spring storms can be a reason for despair or delight for many homeowners. While the rain can be a relief for many gardens and lawns, thunder, lightning and power surges can be a real headache. Losing power is an inconvenience for any resident, whether they own their home or rent it, particularly if the outage lasts more than a few minutes. Prolonged outages, as well as the potential for power surges while the power company attempts to rest