In 1998, Steve Fuhrmann purchased his first Kohler generator. A few hours after installation, the power went out—and stayed out for two weeks—but the new generator performed flawlessly the entire time. Steve and his family experienced extended outages again in 2003 and 2011 but with little disruption to their lives; generator power kept the Fuhrmanns comfortable, while their neighbors and extended family visited to shower and cook meals.

“Two lengthy events over the life of a generator would more than pay for the cost of the generator,” Steve says. He notes the savings backup power provided him: no loss of food, no hotel stays during weeks-long outages. “I have a feeling of security. There are no inconveniences to my life.”

Steve, who lives in Providence Forge, Virginia, cares about preparation. His remote property is connected to a ground-based, grid-supported solar system. He and his wife maintain a healthy garden that helps stock their pantry. Without power, they could still get by thanks to their lifestyle. However, things are more difficult than they used to be.

“Outages are potentially more devastating for older folks,” Steve emphasizes. “Leaving during an outage is extremely hard the older you get.”

Steve’s remote home makes it doubly difficult to leave: when severe weather comes through the area, roads are blocked by fallen trees. Navigating storm damage is not worth the risk, so having a generator that allows Steve and his wife to stay home during a major storm gives him peace of mind. “We don’t have to worry about the stress of an outage on short notice.”

Since Steve purchased his first generator in 1998, he’s remained a loyal Kohler customer. He credits this, in part, to the people who maintain the Kohler generators, saying they’re “the preferred choice” for dealers—and with good reason.

“There’s no comparison…Kohler is much higher quality, it lasts longer and it’s easier to service,” he says. “It’s dependable, durable and cost-effective in the long run.”

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