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List what needs to keep running
A fridge and a few outlets call for a very different setup than whole-home backup.
Must-haves
Refrigerator, lights, internet, medical equipment, a few outlets.
Nice-to-haves
Pool pump, A/C, a second fridge or the garage.
How long
A few hours through a short outage, or longer.
Your bills
Recent bills show how much power the home uses.





