For decades, homeowners looking for backup power have typically turned to one solution: a standby generator.

While generators certainly have their place, today's luxury homeowners are increasingly looking for more intelligent, flexible, and efficient ways to manage power during outages and everyday energy usage.

That's where Savant Power changes the conversation.

Unlike traditional backup power systems that simply turn on when utility power is lost, Savant Power provides homeowners with unprecedented visibility, control, and flexibility over how energy is consumed, stored, and distributed throughout the home.

At Xtend Technologies, we're helping homeowners throughout Cleveland and Northeast Ohio explore how Savant Power can provide a smarter approach to energy resilience, backup power, and energy management.

One of the most powerful features of Savant Power is its virtual transfer switch capability.

This is where Savant dramatically separates itself from traditional generator-only systems.

With a conventional transfer switch:

• Circuits are selected during installation
  
• Load priorities remain fixed
  
• Changes often require electrical work
  

With Savant Power:

✔ Loads can be managed dynamically
✔ Priorities can be adjusted through software
✔ Homeowners can decide what receives power during an outage
✔ Changes can be made without rewiring the electrical system

This creates tremendous flexibility during power outages and changing energy demands.

Traditional generators require fuel.

Battery storage systems provide immediate backup power without:

❌ Startup delays
❌ Engine noise
❌ Fuel storage concerns
❌ Regular engine maintenance

Battery systems can instantly power critical loads while providing a seamless transition during outages.

Many homeowners appreciate the quiet operation and immediate response that battery storage provides.

One common misconception is that advanced energy management systems are only practical for new construction projects.

The reality is that Savant Power can be implemented in both:

New Construction Homes

New construction offers opportunities for:

• Full energy management planning
  
• Dedicated battery infrastructure
  
• Solar readiness
  
• Future expansion
  

Existing Homes

Many homeowners are surprised to learn that Savant Power solutions can often be retrofitted into existing residences as part of:

• Generator upgrades
  
• Electrical renovations
  
• Smart home upgrades
  
• Solar installations
  
• Energy efficiency improvements
  

This makes the technology accessible to a much wider range of homeowners.

Power outages are becoming more frequent in many parts of the country.

Luxury homeowners increasingly expect their homes to remain functional during these events.

Savant Power provides a more sophisticated solution than simply installing a larger generator.

It creates a comprehensive energy management ecosystem that intelligently balances:

• Utility power
  
• Battery storage
  
• Solar generation
  
• Generator backup
  
• Home energy consumption
  

The result is a more resilient and adaptable home.

Because Savant Power is fully integrated into the broader Savant ecosystem, homeowners can manage:

✔ Lighting
✔ Climate
✔ Audio & video
✔ Security
✔ Shades
✔ Energy systems

from a single intuitive interface.

This creates a seamless smart home experience where energy management becomes part of the overall lifestyle of the home.

Backup power is no longer just about keeping the lights on.

Today's homeowners want:

✔ Greater flexibility
✔ Better energy efficiency
✔ More control
✔ Solar integration
✔ Battery storage
✔ Intelligent power management

Savant Power delivers all of these capabilities while providing a level of energy control that traditional generator systems simply cannot match.

For homeowners building new homes, renovating existing residences, or exploring backup power options, Savant Power represents one of the most advanced energy management solutions available today.

Whether you're considering battery storage, solar integration, generator backup, or a complete energy management strategy, Xtend Technologies can help design a solution tailored to your home and lifestyle.

Xtend Technologies designs and installs Savant smart home and energy management solutions throughout:

Hunting Valley • Gates Mills • Pepper Pike • Moreland Hills • Chagrin Falls • Hudson • Richfield • Hinckley • Bath • Medina • Solon • Westlake • Rocky River • Avon Lake • Brecksville • Broadview Heights • and surrounding Northeast Ohio communities.