Weathering Blackouts with Confidence: Franki's Essential Backup Solution

Living in Florida, Franki Kalogianis knows all too well the anxiety of hurricane season. "In California, when earthquakes happen, you don’t know it’s coming. In Florida, you know the hurricane is coming—and the prep work is where it’s worse," she says. The dread of losing power, the stifling heat, and the race to save perishable food weigh heavily on residents like her.

When Hurricane Milton struck, Franki experienced the harsh reality of prolonged outages. "All the power was out for a few days. There’s no light, no AC—it’s 90 degrees. You’ve got a refrigerator full of food you just stocked up on. The anxiety is there, and it’s real. It’s just not a good feeling."

A neighbor’s suggestion changed everything. "She asked, ‘Do you have a generator?’ I said no—I wish I did. Then she told me about Jackery. She said it’s solar-powered, battery-operated, and doesn’t make noise. ‘It’s wonderful,’ she told me." Franki was sold. "During the hurricanes, all you hear are generators everywhere. Now I’ll have a battery generator that kicks in automatically—no noise, no gas, no risk of explosions. I get these crazy thoughts in my head, but with Jackery? It’s fabulous."

The Essential Home Backup Solution

Franki chose the Jackery Solar Generator 5000 Plus paired with the Smart Transfer Switch, a system designed to power essentials seamlessly during outages. "The install was so easy," says Emmanuel, the technician who set it up. "This is the best alternative to noisy gas generators. It automatically powers your fridge, lights, even AC—everything you need to stay comfortable."

During the demo, Franki watched in awe as Emmanuel flipped the main power off. "The grid’s down, and now we’re running on the battery—just like that," he explained. The lights, TV, microwave, and even her CPAP machine stayed on. "Oh my God, that’s awesome!" Franki cheered. "The refrigerator’s working, the AC’s on—yay!"

Freedom from Fear

For Franki, the biggest relief is the system’s simplicity. "I don’t need to do anything. Jackery’s power switch handles everything automatically. I don’t even have to think about it." Now, she faces hurricane season with confidence. "The power goes off, and boom—I’m all set. It’s like, bring it, hurricane. You can visit Florida all you want because I’m not worried anymore."

She even bought a smaller Jackery for her mom, ensuring her family stays protected. "I’m thrilled. This isn’t just a backup—it’s peace of mind."

With Jackery Essential Home Backup, Franki’s story is no longer about survival—it’s 

about living uninterrupted, no matter what storms come her way.