Still don't have power, even though CenterPoint says service has been restored in your neighborhood? It could be a 'nested outage,' and restoration at your home could cost you.
ByStill don't have power, even though CenterPoint says service has been restored in your neighborhood? It could be a "nested outage," and restoration at your home could cost you.As power returns to communities across southeast Texas, many people may learn that it's not just power lines that are causing problems for their homes.
According to CenterPoint, some people may receive a notification that electric service was restored in their neighborhood, even though they're still without power. Officials said a number of issues could cause that, including a "nested outage." Energy experts explain that the massive restoration of power in Houston will not be cheap and may cost us all.
Licensed Electrician Gilbert Soliz said homeowners should also check their weatherhead, which is the point where power enters the home. It is typically a pipe located on the roof.CenterPoint Energy launches interactive map to check estimated day of restoration in your area
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