Storms knock out power in Eastern North Carolina often enough that a lot of homeowners want a backup. A generator can keep the fridge, well pump, lights and heating or cooling going until the lines are back up.
There are two common setups. A standby generator sits on a pad outside and starts on its own when the power goes out. A portable generator can run selected circuits in your home through an inlet box and a transfer switch or interlock, which is safer than running extension cords through a window.
How it works
We start with what you want to keep running during an outage. That tells us what size generator makes sense and whether you need whole-home backup or only the essential circuits. Then you get a written estimate.
The install covers the transfer switch, the wiring between the generator and your panel, and any panel changes. The transfer switch keeps the generator from feeding power back onto the utility lines, which protects line workers and your equipment. A permit and inspection are usually part of the job. We handle the electrical side of the install.