If you’re a homeowner, property value is likely something you think about a lot. Most know that home improvements are one of the most effective ways to increase your property value, but the question is: which ones are worth the effort (and money)? Some home improvement ideas will dramatically increase property value, but take a lot of work and upfront investment to pull off successfully. Conversel
Imagine this: you’ve just arrived at what appears to be the picture-perfect spot to camp. Only a few little tasks separate you from the ideal weekend out in nature. Of course, you’ve got to take care of a couple things before you can fully relax. So you set up your tent and grab some firewood. Now, your plan was never to fully “rough it,” since you prefer having things like music to listen to, som
Located in the sprawling farmland of northern Indiana, aviation business Agriflite provides aerial agriculture applications to farmers through a small fleet of planes. Especially busy during the growing season to provide crop dusting, Agriflite needs uninterrupted power to communicate with their planes and to keep business off the ground. In the year before the backup generator was installed, the
For more than 100 years, Cummins Inc. has been dedicated to making people’s lives better by powering a more prosperous world. As a company, we seek to be customer-driven, innovative, responsible, and trustworthy so that we can truly make a difference now and in the future. But exactly what does Cummins do? At a high level, we create power solutions. You’ll find Cummins products and solutions fo
There are several great reasons why you might be considering a standby generator for your home or small business. In the event of a power outage (caused by severe weather, for example), having a standby generator helps ensure ongoing safety and comfort. And in the case of a business, the ability to reduce downtime and maintain operations is a significant advantage. Standby generators—also known
Emergency preparedness is an essential part of life for everyone. For homeowners, there’s also the added concern of preparing the place you call “home.” Natural disasters can strike at any time, and depending on where you live, some disasters—like hurricanes—are more frequent than others. And you shouldn’t wait until a bad turn of weather to form a plan. There are some key steps you can take right
Each year, Cummins Inc. honors our channel partners that have gone above and beyond. These awards demonstrate the power of partnership, truly showing what we can accomplish together! See below a list of the US and Canada winners for 2022. Our Innovative Marketing Award is for channel partners for whom marketing is a key business strategy. They focus on new, unique or innovative marketing
This article was authored by Chuck McClaugherty, Bear Electric, a Cummins Authorized Dealer. Smart phones, smart TVs, virtual assistants, smart thermostats, smart locks and doorbells. Our homes are now filled with smart devices. Unfortunately, most of them become useless without power to run or recharge. This is why homeowners should consider installing one smart device above all othe
When a freak winter storm struck Texas in February 2021, the state’s power grid couldn’t handle it. Nearly five million people suddenly found themselves without electricity in freezing temperatures, causing a humanitarian crisis. The worst power outage in Texas’ history was a wake-up call. Winter power outages can be serious even if you live in a typically warm climate. Here are
Heat waves that cause excessive demand for electricity…droughts that make hydropower less available…power grids near active wildfires shut down for safety…aging, overstressed power grids…high winds that snap powerlines…these are all reasons why some parts of the country may face planned power outages this year. If you live in an area prone to rolling blackouts, here are some tips to help
Long-term power outages can be both inconvenient and expensive, disrupting your family’s comfort and safety. While every power outage is different for each homeowner, costs can add up to a surprisingly large amount. Plus, if you work from home or have a home business, in addition to any physical damages, you may have to endure the cost of lost work, productivity or wages. Before you invest in a
With the increased frequency of severe weather events, you may find yourself considering a home backup generator. What type is best for protecting your family during weather-related outages? The answer: It depends. Cummins whole-home standby generators and portable generators have different advantages. To help you decide which one is right for you, here are four things to consider: Pow