Question 1

What size generator do I need for my home?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your home's actual electrical load, not just square footage. We start with a free on-site consultation — walking your panel, checking your major appliances, and calculating what needs to run during an outage. From there, we'll recommend the right size, typically 16-28kW for most homes, with larger liquid-cooled systems (up to 150kW) available for bigger homes, farms, or commercial properties.

Question 2

How long does a standby generator installation take?

Accepted Answer

Most residential installations take one to two days once the equipment is on-site, depending on your home's electrical setup and site conditions. The full process — from your initial consultation through permitting, installation, and final inspection — typically takes a few weeks, largely driven by permit turnaround and equipment delivery rather than the install itself.

Question 3

Are your technicians certified by Generac?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our technicians hold factory Generac certifications for both air-cooled and liquid-cooled systems, in addition to being licensed journeyman electricians. That combination means the same team sizing your system is qualified to install and service it — not a subcontracted crew.

Question 4

Can you help with permits and inspections for my generator installation?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we handle the electrical permitting and inspection process for your installation as part of the job. If your site requires new or upgraded gas or propane service, that portion is coordinated with a licensed fuel contractor, and we'll walk you through exactly who's handling what before work begins.

Question 5

Do you offer maintenance plans after the warranty expires?

Accepted Answer

"Yes. Once your Generac factory warranty runs out, we offer annual maintenance plans to keep your system running reliably — from a basic once-a-year checkup to a plan that includes remote monitoring so we can catch issues before they become outages. We'll also register your unit and track your warranty status from day one, so nothing catches you by surprise."

Question 6

What areas do you serve for generator installation and service?

Accepted Answer

"We're based in Cecilia, KY and serve Elizabethtown and Hardin County, along with LaRue, Meade, Grayson, Hart, Breckinridge, Bullitt, and Nelson counties. If you're outside that area, reach out anyway — we're happy to let you know if we can help."

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