I looked into a gas powered portable unit. If the electricity goes out unexpected I have to hope I have gas in the can and enough of it. Dig out the usually buried portable generator put it somewhere where the fumes won't effect anyone, install my window a/c unit because they are not permitted in The Villages, then run extension cords to things I think I can run, which I will probably trip over in an unlit home. And hope everything works. Or I can lease for a minimal payment a standby generator that automatically comes on whether I am home or not with pretty much the entire home working. Another concern I had was the rapid growth of mold in a home with out a/c in 90 plus high humidity weather. Maybe it's not wanted by everyone. I am sure if the power goes out for a period of time I will feel safe and comfortable. My husband has declining health and even a few hours without A/C could be a problem. I am told if you need it for medical reasons the insurance will pick up part of the tab, going to look into it!
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