Preparedness is Better Together
When we talk about weathering the elements here in Midland, we often think in isolation. We think about our own pantries, our flashlights, and checking our own breakers. But anyone who has lived through a West Texas deep freeze or watched a haboob roll in across the plains knows that surviving the Permian Basin climate isn’t really a solo sport.
If you look back at the major events of the last few years—specifically the deep freezes that locked up the grid and the increasing strain on Oncor from our region’s rapid growth—you will remember that the defining moments were communal. It was checking on the elderly neighbor down the street when their heater gave out. It was sharing a hot pot of coffee with the family next door after a dust storm knocked out a transformer. At Generator Supercenter of Midland, we believe that The Standby Power People aren’t just people who own generators. They are the people who keep the neighborhood steady when the grid wavers.
Introducing the Community Survival Guide
To support this mission, we are proud to launch the 2026 Community Survival Guide.
This isn’t just a brochure about engine specs. It is a practical, field-tested workbook designed to keep your household—and your block—safe and organized. Inside, you will find:
- The “Calm Corner” Plan: Strategies for keeping kids and pets safe (and distracted) during scary weather.
- The Neighbor Check-In Sheet: A template for organizing contact info for elderly or vulnerable neighbors who may need help.
- The Power Priority Chart: A guide to managing your home’s energy load so you can share resources (like charging phones) with others.
Be the “Standby House” on Your Block
If you have a Generac installed, your home is different. When the ERCOT grid struggles to keep up with demand, your home becomes a beacon. We call this being “The Standby House.”
It means your doors stay open. It means you are the place where a neighbor can come to plug in a medical device or simply warm up when the temperatures outside are dropping rapidly. The Community Survival Guide helps you organize that role, providing safety tips for hosting and sharing your power responsibly.
Get Your Copy Today
We are making this guide available for free to everyone in Midland, whether you are a customer or not.
Pick Up Your Print Copy: Stop by our showroom at 11220 TX-HWY 191 to grab a physical copy for your fridge or emergency kit.
The West Texas forecast will always be unpredictable, and the grid will continue to face new challenges, but our commitment to this community won’t change. We want you to feel confident, not just for your own home, but for your whole street. Feel free to swing by the showroom on Highway 191 to pick up your guide and grab a coffee with us, or give us a ring at 432-777-6937 if you just want to chat about securing your home’s energy future. Let’s face this season together.
