Safety
Never backfeed a home through an outlet, and never run a generator indoors or in a garage.
HARDWIRE ELECTRICAL · SERVICE DETAIL
Generators & Backup Power
Standby and portable generator connections with safe transfer equipment for the circuits you want running in an outage.
When you might need this
- Storm-season outages
- Medical equipment or refrigeration that must stay on
- Working from home
- Unsafe extension-cord setups
What the work can include
- Load planning: what you want to keep powered
- Transfer switch or interlock installation
- Generator connection and placement planning
- Permit and inspection
HOW IT WORKS
From request to finished work
- 01
Request
Send details, photos or plans through Smart Quote or the contact form.
- 02
Review
The office reviews scope, service area and scheduling — a person, not an algorithm.
- 03
Written estimate
You get a written scope and price before any work is booked.
- 04
Scheduled work
Work happens at a confirmed time, with permits and inspections handled where required.
Permits
Generator and transfer equipment require permits; fuel and placement rules also apply.
What affects price
- · Generator size and type
- · Transfer switch vs. interlock
- · Distance and fuel connections (by others where required)
- · Panel condition
FAQ
Common questions
Standby or portable?
Standby starts automatically; portable is lower cost but manual. We help you choose based on what must stay on.
Do you supply the generator?
We can plan around a unit you choose or discuss options during your estimate.
Online ranges are preliminary and non-binding. Warranty terms are stated in your written estimate or contract.
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Ready to plan your generators & backup power?
Get a non-binding preliminary range and a request ID. A person reviews every request.