Standby generator and transfer switch installation in Western NC
After Hurricane Helene, a lot of Western North Carolina learned how long an outage can last. A standby generator with an automatic transfer switch starts on its own when the grid drops and keeps the circuits you choose running, from the well pump and fridge to the whole house.
Sized to what you actually need to run
We start with a load review: which circuits must stay on, what starts with a surge (well pumps, heat pumps), and what can wait. That decides between a partial-home setup on a smaller unit and a whole-home system.
Transfer switches done right
An automatic transfer switch isolates your house from the grid so the generator never back-feeds the lines. As an Eaton certified contractor we install Eaton transfer switches and the other major brands, permitted and inspected.
Why generators are a custom quote
Pad location, gas or propane supply, the distance to the panel and the size of the unit change the price a lot, so we do not post a range for generators. The on-site assessment is free inside Buncombe County, and you get an itemized number before anything is ordered.
Storm-damaged homes
If your home was damaged in the 2024 storm, ask us about rebuild work and any current county permit-fee relief when you call; we can help you sort out what applies.
What it costs
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Ranges from our published price book. Your exact number is confirmed on site before any work starts.
Questions we get
How much does a standby generator cost to install?
It depends on the generator size, fuel supply and distance from the panel, so we quote it after a free on-site assessment instead of posting a range.
Do you offer emergency or after-hours service?
No. Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Generator installs are planned work, scheduled in advance.
What is an automatic transfer switch?
It is the switch that disconnects your home from the utility and connects the generator when the power fails, then switches back when the grid returns, without you doing anything.
We do standby generator installation across Buncombe County. See all service areas.