Backup power
Generator Installation Grimsby
Keep the heat, sump pump and fridge running in an outage with a properly wired standby or portable generator.
Backup power that switches on safely
Storms knock out power in Niagara a few times a year. A generator keeps the furnace, sump pump, fridge and lights running, but it has to be connected properly. Plugging a generator into the house without a transfer switch can back-feed the lines and put utility workers at risk.
We wire standby generators and portable generator setups with the right transfer equipment, so the house switches over safely.
Generator options
Standby generator
A permanent unit on natural gas or propane that starts on its own when the power goes out.
Portable generator inlet
An outdoor inlet and interlock or transfer switch so you can safely run key circuits from a portable unit.
Essential-circuit panel
Pick the circuits that matter most, like the furnace, sump pump and fridge, and run them on the generator.
Whole-home coverage
With a large enough standby unit and the right transfer switch, the whole house can run during an outage.
Generator Installation in Grimsby: How It Works
- We go over what you want to keep running and size the generator and transfer switch.
- You get a written quote for the electrical work and equipment.
- We file the ESA permit. Gas hookup is done by a licensed gas fitter.
- The transfer switch and wiring are installed and the generator is connected.
- We test a full switchover and show you how the system works.
A large standby generator may need more panel capacity. We'll tell you up front if a panel upgrade makes sense. More on our electrician serving Grimsby home page.
What to keep running in an outage
Heat
The furnace fan and controls, so the house stays warm in a winter outage.
Sump pump
Keeps the basement dry when storms knock the power out.
Fridge and freezer
Saves your food during a longer outage.
Lights and outlets
A few lighting circuits and outlets for phones, internet and medical devices.
Listing these first sets the generator size. Covering essentials costs far less than powering the whole house.
How Much Does Generator Installation Cost?
The electrical installation for a home generator typically costs about $3,000 to $8,000, plus the generator itself. A portable generator inlet and interlock is at the low end. A whole-home standby system with an automatic transfer switch is at the high end.
Generator Installation questions
Do I need a transfer switch?
Yes. A transfer switch or approved interlock keeps the generator from feeding power back into the utility lines.
What size generator do I need?
It depends on what you want to run. We list the circuits you need during an outage and size the unit to match.
Do you install the gas line?
The gas connection is done by a licensed gas fitter. We handle all the electrical work.
Can I use my portable generator?
Yes, with an outdoor inlet and an interlock or transfer switch, you can safely run selected circuits.
Tired of losing power in storms? Call to plan a generator.
Call (289) 768-7333Where we work
We serve Grimsby and nearby communities across West Niagara and Stoney Creek.