Some Ideas to Consider …

  • Be Prepared for Power Outages with an Emergency Home Generator

    Are you tired of power outages due to bad weather conditions? Loss of electricity for days can be very disruptive. You can avoid untimely power disruptions by installing a generator to your home. During a power outage, your generator can be set up to immediately respond and provide you with continuous electricity.

    Generators come in a variety of sizes to accommodate any lifestyle. Before purchasing, decide what’s important for your general needs. The right size of generator can provide power for your refrigerator, lights, air conditioner or furnace and various kitchen appliances.

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    Generators can either be portable or directly connected to your home. Portable plug-in generators, which generally run on gasoline, must be placed outside while in use because they produce carbon monoxide. Portable generators can be as simple as providing an outlet for an extension cord which you connect to the desired light or appliance. A little more expensive, but far more effective, is a portable generator which gets hooked up to a pre-installed transfer switch.  Upon losing power, you manually remove connection from your commercial power and connect your generator to your transfer switch.   Depending upon the size of the generator, turn on the breakers to the equipment you want to power during the outage.

    Permanent standby generators are installed outside like a central AC unit and wired directly to your home’s main electrical panel. These generators run on natural gas, propane or diesel fuel. Some systems can even be connected to your home’s natural gas line, so you’ll never have to refill fuel tanks.

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    Whether you purchase a portable generator or have a standby generator installed, a backup generator is an efficient source of power for your home in the event of a power outage or emergency. For more custom home building or remodeling tips, contact Country Club Homes today at 203-762-0550 or visit our website at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Create a Master Suite Retreat with Large Closets, Deep Tubs, and Fireplaces

    New home design trends indicate that your master suite is more than a place to sleep and store your clothes. The master suite should be a retreat, a place of solace to unwind from a hectic and stressful day. Consider the following when designing your master suite: Add a cozy sitting area with a fireplace as a place…

  • Artful Ways to Accessorize Your Fairfield County Home

    At Country Club Homes, Inc. we love homes that have built in details to help you accessorize and personalize your home. Here are some of our favorite ideas for home design that gives you a place for your home decor: Mudrooms – Mudrooms are the first place many people will see when entering your home,…

  • Surrounding Your Fairfield County Home with a Pretty Fence

    Beautiful, custom-built fences can add both beauty and value to your property.  Whether you are using fences to keep your pool safe, to keep deer out of your yard or garden, or simply to add a decorative element to your property, there are a few considerations you should keep in mind in the design process.  Here…

  • Relax in a Freestanding Soaking Tub

    Connecticut homeowners who are planning a bathroom remodel should consider installing a freestanding tub. Freestanding tubs are one of the bathroom design trends that can set the theme and focal point of the room. The style of the tub can create a vintage, contemporary or traditional look depending upon the style of tub chosen, and and can…