Generator & Electrical Blog
Expert tips, guides, and news about generators, electrical work, and backup power for the Carolinas.
Generator Maintenance 101: Keeping Your Standby Generator Storm-Ready
What actually needs to be done — and how often — to keep a standby generator ready for the next outage, including coastal salt-air considerations.
The Impact of Salt Air on Coastal Generators: A Myrtle Beach Owner's Guide
Living near the Atlantic Ocean offers incredible views, but the salt-laden air can corrode your generator. Learn how to protect your investment with these coastal maintenance tips.
Protecting Your Electronics: Why Coastal Homes Need Surge Protection
Living on the Grand Strand exposes your home to unique power risks. Learn why professional whole-home surge protection is a critical investment for your electronics.
5 Signs Your Home Needs an Electrical Panel Upgrade
Flickering lights, warm breakers, or a 100A panel in a modern home? Here are the five clearest signs it's time to upgrade your electrical panel — and what it costs.
Do I Need a Permit to Install a Generator in Horry County?
Yes — standby generator installations require permits and inspection in Horry, Georgetown, and Brunswick counties. Here's what's involved and why unpermitted installs backfire.
How to Size a Standby Generator for Your Home
13kW, 22kW, or 26kW? Learn how generator sizing actually works — load calculations, power management, and the mistakes that lead to undersized systems.
Hurricane Season Power Checklist for Grand Strand Homeowners
A practical pre-storm power checklist: what to do with your generator, panel, and home electrical system before, during, and after a hurricane hits the Carolinas.
Whole-House vs. Portable Generators: Which Is Right for Your Coastal Home?
Standby or portable? We compare cost, convenience, safety, and storm performance so Grand Strand homeowners can choose the right backup power solution.
How Much Does a Whole-House Generator Cost in Myrtle Beach? (2026 Guide)
A realistic breakdown of what Grand Strand homeowners pay for a whole-house standby generator in 2026 — equipment, installation, permits, and what drives the price up or down.
Gift Cards Are Here — Give the Gift of Reliable Power
Palmetto Power Systems gift cards are now available! Purchase online in any amount from $10 to $2,000 and give the gift of generator service, electrical work, or backup power.