Whole-home and standby generator installation to keep your property powered during outages.
Power outages in the Pacific Northwest can last hours or days, especially during winter storms. A permanently installed standby generator ensures your home stays powered — automatically — the moment the grid goes down. Big State Electricians installs whole-home generators and transfer switches with expert wiring and full code compliance.
Portable generators require manual setup, produce carbon monoxide risk if used improperly, and can't power your whole home safely. A standby generator is permanently installed outside your home, connects to your natural gas or propane supply, and activates automatically within seconds of a power outage — no manual intervention required. We install automatic standby generators from leading brands including Generac, Kohler, and Briggs & Stratton.
A transfer switch is the critical safety component that connects your generator to your home's electrical system while preventing backfeed to the utility line. Automatic transfer switches detect grid failure and switch your home to generator power in seconds. We also install manual transfer switches and interlock kits for customers who prefer manual control.
If you already own a portable generator, we can install a transfer switch or generator inlet box that lets you connect it safely to your home's electrical system without extension cords — a cost-effective alternative to full standby installation.
A 10–14kW generator covers essential circuits. A 20–22kW unit can power a whole home. We'll assess your load and recommend the right size.
A complete standby installation typically takes 1–2 days including concrete pad, transfer switch, gas connection, and electrical hookup.
Yes. Generator installation requires an electrical permit and in most jurisdictions a gas permit as well. We coordinate and pull all required permits.
Yes. We install manual transfer switches, interlock kits, and generator inlet boxes to allow safe connection of portable generators to your panel.
The automatic transfer switch continuously monitors the utility line. When it detects power loss, it signals the generator to start and transfers your electrical load within 10–30 seconds.
Ask us about generator installation options and get your free estimate today.
