Standby Generator Installation in Columbus and Central Ohio

A whole-home standby generator kicks on automatically during an outage, keeping your heat, water, and refrigeration running without you lifting a finger. Build a preliminary online estimate, or call (614) 382-0000 to talk through sizing for your home.

Is this what you’re seeing?

• Frequent power outages in your neighborhood, especially during storms
• Relying on a portable generator that requires manual setup every time
• A sump pump or well pump that needs power to prevent basement flooding
• A home medical need that requires reliable backup power
• A finished basement or home office that can’t afford extended downtime
• Wanting whole-home coverage rather than just a few circuits

Honest pricing

Standby generator cost depends on the generator size (measured in kilowatts), whether you want whole-home or partial-home coverage, and the complexity of the transfer switch and gas or propane line installation. A straightforward installation with an existing gas line nearby is the most predictable job. Long gas line runs, propane tank installation, or a service panel that needs upgrading add scope. The Estimate Builder gives you a preliminary online estimate based on your home’s size and coverage preference. Final scope and price subject to verification once our team completes a load assessment and site evaluation in person.

What’s included / what’s not included

Typically included:
– Load assessment to size the generator to your home’s needs
– Generator pad and mounting
– Automatic transfer switch installation
– Connection to gas or propane fuel source
– Startup, testing, and a walkthrough of automatic operation

Typically not included unless added to scope:
– The generator unit itself, unless purchased through us as part of the job
– New gas line installation or propane tank setup beyond a standard connection
– Electrical panel upgrades if your existing panel needs more capacity
– Ongoing maintenance plans (available as a separate service option)

Why Central Ohio homes are adding standby power

Central Ohio sees its share of severe summer storms and winter ice events that can knock out power for hours or, in some cases, days. Homes with sump pumps in flood-prone basements, common across many older Columbus neighborhoods, are especially vulnerable to outages since a sump pump without power stops working exactly when it’s needed most. Newer subdivisions in areas like New Albany and Powell are also seeing increased demand for whole-home standby power as more households run home offices and rely on connected systems that don’t tolerate downtime well. Our team sizes the generator to your actual home and priorities, not a generic package.

Our process

1. Online estimate or call. Use the Estimate Builder or call (614) 382-0000 to describe your home size and what you want covered during an outage.
2. Load assessment. Our team evaluates your electrical panel, fuel source options, and coverage priorities.
3. Written scope and options. You get a clear recommendation on generator size and coverage, whole-home or partial.
4. Permitting. Permits and inspections may be required and vary by municipality. We handle the paperwork.
5. Installation. We install the pad, generator, transfer switch, and fuel connection.
6. Testing and walkthrough. We test automatic operation and walk you through how the system works during an outage.

Related services

If your panel needs additional capacity to support a new generator setup, see our electrical panel upgrade page. Homes with a sump pump relying on generator backup should also see our sump pump services. Ready to start? Build your estimate or call (614) 382-0000.