Generator installation in Charlotte, NC
Whole-house standby generators and safe portable hookups with a proper transfer switch, so you're ready before storm season.
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Two ways to do it
- Standby generator: starts by itself within seconds of an outage
- Runs on natural gas or propane, sized for essentials or the whole house
- Portable hookup: an inlet box plus an interlock or transfer switch
- You roll the generator out and plug in; far lower cost
Safety first
- Never plug a generator into a wall outlet ('backfeeding').
- It can electrocute utility line workers and damage your home.
- A transfer switch or interlock is required, and we install it.
What a generator installation costs
Standby generators need a gas line: we coordinate that with a licensed gas contractor.
- Portable hookup: inlet and interlock$900–$1,800
- Manual transfer switch$1,200–$2,500
- Whole-house standby generator, installed$10,000–$20,000
- Electrical permitIncluded
Demo figures for a design template. A real client's own prices go here.
From first call to finished.
- Size itA load calculation for what you want running.
- Fixed priceGenerator, pad, transfer switch, permits.
- InstallTypically one to two days for a standby unit.
- Inspect and testCounty inspection, then a full test with you.
Generator installation: your questions.
How much does a whole-house generator cost installed?
Most standby installs run $10,000 to $20,000 (demo figures), depending on the generator size, gas line and transfer switch.
What size generator do I need?
It depends on what you want running: a few essential circuits, or the whole house including the AC. We do a load calculation and size it for you.
Can I just plug a generator into an outlet?
No. Backfeeding through an outlet can electrocute utility workers and damage your wiring. You need a transfer switch or interlock.
Do I need a permit for a generator?
Yes. Standby generators and transfer switches need an electrical permit and inspection. We handle it.
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