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The automatic transfer switch watches utility power. When it senses an outage, it disconnects your house from the grid and starts the standby generator within seconds, then sends generator power to your electrical panel. When utility power returns, it reconnects your home and shuts the generator down. You do not have to be home or flip anything.

The right size depends on how much you want to run. Some homeowners cover the whole house, while others protect a set of priority circuits like the heat, the refrigerator, and a few rooms. High-draw appliances matter most here, since an electric stove or a central AC unit pulls far more running wattage than lights and outlets. Many homes are well served by standby generators ranging from approximately 10 kW to 26 kW, depending on electrical demand and load management. We recommend the right generator for your house during a free consultation.

Most home standby generators run on natural gas or propane. A natural gas unit can run as long as the gas line supplies fuel. A propane unit runs until its tank is low, so run time depends on tank size and how much electrical load you are using. Natural gas generators receive fuel directly from the utility line, while propane generators are supplied by an on-site storage tank.

Yes. Generator installation involves gas and electrical work that must meet local code, and most counties and cities require a permit and inspection. We handle permitting and coordinate inspections as part of the installation.

After the consultation and permitting, many home installations finish within a few days on-site. The full timeline depends on how quickly permits are issued in your area and whether the utility needs to coordinate the gas or electrical connection.

A home standby generator should be serviced on a regular schedule, usually once or twice a year, with checks of oil, filters, the battery, and a test run. Our service plans include 24/7 remote monitoring so issues are caught early. Following the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule also helps keep your warranty valid.

It can, though it depends on where you live. Backup power carries the most weight with buyers in areas that lose power often, which covers much of the Southeast. Because a standby unit is permanently installed, it stays with the house and an appraiser can factor it in, unlike a portable that goes with you. What helps most is proof the system was done right: a permitted and inspected installation, documented service history, and a unit still under warranty.