Signs You Need This
- You've been through outages and want backup power ready ahead of time
- You already own a portable generator and are currently running extension cords through windows
- You're considering a standby (whole-home) generator
- You want specific circuits — fridge, well pump, HVAC — prioritized during an outage
What's Involved
For portable generators, we install a manual transfer switch that lets you safely power select circuits without the back-feed risk of running cords through a window or door. For whole-home standby systems, we handle the electrical connection and transfer switch, coordinating with your generator installer as needed.
We help you decide which circuits matter most to keep powered — refrigerator, well pump, a few lights — if you're not going with a whole-home system.
Never back-feed a generator into your home's wiring without a transfer switch — it's a serious safety hazard to utility workers and your own home. A transfer switch is the safe way to do this.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to just plug a generator into an outlet during an outage?
No — that's called back-feeding and it's dangerous, both for your home's wiring and for utility workers on the line. A transfer switch is the safe way to use a generator.
Do I need a whole-home generator, or is a portable enough?
It depends on what you want powered during an outage. We can talk through both options and what each involves.
Can you install the transfer switch for a generator I already own?
Yes, we can install a transfer switch matched to your existing portable generator.