From The Detroit News | By Ken Calverley and Chuck Breidenstein DETROIT, November 13, 2026 ~ Homeownership involves managing stress. It seems there is always something that needs repair or maintenance, and the wise person anticipates most of these issues and budgets accordingly. One issue we can reasonably anticipate is periodic power outages. We have become wonderfully dependent on the availability of a steady stream of electricity to provide safety, security, comfort, and peace of mind.