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Generator Installation

Never lose power again. We install whole-home standby generators and transfer switches that automatically restore power during outages.

Generator Installation — professional electrical work in Toronto & the GTA

Scope of work

  • Automatic standby generator installation
  • Manual and automatic transfer switches
  • Natural gas and propane connections
  • Load management systems
  • Portable generator hookup (inlet box)
  • Maintenance and service plans

A whole-home standby generator automatically detects a power outage, starts within 10 seconds, and powers your entire home until utility power returns. We install generators from Generac, Kohler, and Briggs & Stratton with automatic transfer switches that safely disconnect from the grid before energizing your home. For budget-friendly backup, we also install manual transfer switches with generator inlet boxes for portable generators.

Generator Installation FAQs

How much does a whole-home generator cost installed?

A standby generator for a typical GTA home — unit, automatic transfer switch, gas connection, electrical, and permits — runs $12,000–$20,000 depending on size (10–26 kW) and site conditions. A budget alternative is a manual transfer switch with inlet box for a portable generator at $1,500–$2,500.

What's the difference between standby and portable generators?

A standby generator starts automatically within seconds of an outage, runs on natural gas, and powers the whole home unattended. A portable runs on gasoline, must be wheeled out and connected, and powers selected circuits. Standby costs roughly 5–8x more but requires zero effort during an outage.

Can a generator power my furnace and sump pump?

Yes — and those two circuits are exactly why most GTA homeowners install backup power. Even a modest 8–10 kW system keeps the furnace, sump pump, fridge, and key lighting running. We do a load assessment to size the generator to what actually matters to you.

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