Preparedness is Better Together
When we talk about “surviving” the weather here in Lake Country, we often think in isolation. We picture our own pantry stocked, our own flashlights ready, and our own thermostat holding steady while the wind howls off Nagawicka Lake.
But if you look back at the major weather events of the last few years—whether it was the biting cold of the recent Polar Vortex or those humid summer storms that knocked out We Energies substations for days—you’ll remember that the defining moments weren’t solitary. They were communal. It was checking on the elderly neighbor down the lane to ensure their heat was still on. It was sharing a hot pot of coffee with the family whose power was out. It was working together to clear a heavy drift from a shared driveway.
At Generator Supercenter of Lake Country, we believe that The Standby Power People aren’t just people who own generators. They are the people who keep the community calm when the lights go out.
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 grid fails, 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 nebulize their asthma medication or simply warm up. 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 Lake Country, whether you are a customer or not.
Pick Up Your Print Copy: You can stop by to grab a physical copy for your fridge or emergency kit. The forecast in Wisconsin will always change, moving from summer squalls to winter freezes, but our commitment to this community won’t. You don’t have to face the next outage map alone. We invite you to swing by our showroom at 2846 Heritage Dr. for a warm cup of coffee and a chat about your needs, or simply give us a ring at 262-622-6220. Let’s face this season together.
