Population 400,000 · 11 license-checked installers listed
11 license-verified installers are listed for Tampa, most recently checked 2026-10-22. Listed alphabetically, and no installer pays for a higher spot (how we list installers). Verify any license yourself at the Florida state licensing authority.
Showing 11 of 11 installers. Check the box on any installer below to compare a few side by side or request quotes directly from the ones you pick.
Based in the Tampa, Florida area, ACS Home Services is a state-licensed electrical contractor (#EC13008068). Multiple dedicated whole-home generator install/maintenance pages (acshomeservices.com).
Brandon Electric is a licensed electrical contractor serving the Tampa, Florida area (license #EC0002579). Dedicated "Residential Generator & ATS Installation" page (brandonelectricinc.com).
Erwin Electric Inc is a licensed electrical contractor serving the Tampa, Florida area (license #EC0002698 (also holds EC13004367, same address, exp. 08/31/2026)). Dedicated commercial "Generators" page (erwinelectric.com).
GenerX Generators has completed over 20,000 installations across Florida since 2005. It is listed in the official dealer locators of Generac (as a Prestige dealer) and Kohler (as a Titanium dealer), both checked October 2, 2026. Based in the Tampa Bay area (Oldsmar), every installation crew is directly employed rather than subcontracted, and Generac air-cooled installations come with a 12-year warranty covering both equipment and workmanship.
H&L Electrical Contractors is a licensed electrical contractor based in Sarasota, FL (license #EC13013552), serving the greater Tampa, Florida area. Generator installation listed among core electrical services.
Hawkins Service Company is a licensed electrical contractor based in Riverview, FL (license #EC13011713), serving the greater Tampa, Florida area. Generator installation and service listed among core offerings.
Hoffman Electrical and A/C is a family-owned electrical contractor established in 1989, serving the greater Tampa Bay area. They install Generac generators and service all generator makes and models, providing sizing, panel upgrades, automatic transfer switches, and surge protection.
I & C Electrical Contracting Services, LLC is a licensed electrical contractor serving the Tampa, Florida area (license #EC13001640). Own domain is literally electricalgeneratortampa.com.
Second Opinion is a licensed electrical contractor serving the Tampa, Florida area (license #EC13014172). Self-described "Tampa Bay's #1 Whole-Home Generator Installation Experts" (secondopinionelectric.com), which displays this same license # on its homepage.
Suncoast Power Solutions is based in Tampa, FL, offering home backup power sales, installation, and maintenance. It is listed in Kohler's official dealer locator as a Titanium dealer (checked October 2, 2026). They provide free in-home consultations and professional installation across three standard generator capacity tiers.
Wheeler Generators is a licensed electrical contractor based in Lutz, FL (license #EC0002222), serving the greater Tampa, Florida area. Standby generator sales and installation is the company's core business. It is listed in Kohler's official dealer locator as a Titanium dealer (checked October 2, 2026).
What the 11 installers listed here have on record. A missing answer only means it isn't on record yet, so ask. Why these questions matter.
| Is their state electrical license active? | 11 of 11 have a license we checked against the state board |
|---|---|
| Are they an authorized dealer for the brand you want? | 4 of 11 list at least one brand they install: Kohler (3), Generac (2). Ask whether they are an authorized dealer |
| Will they pull the permit and schedule the inspection? Permit requirements by state | None mention permit help yet, ask if it is in the quote |
| Who services the generator after it's installed? Generator maintenance checklist | 2 of 11 offer maintenance plans or repair, not just installation |
| Can you reach them during an outage? | None advertise 24/7 service yet, ask about after-hours response |
| What does their workmanship warranty cover? Generator warranty guide | None have posted warranty details yet, get it in writing |
| Do they offer financing? Generator financing options | None list financing yet, ask when you request a quote |
Look up a license yourself with the Florida licensing authority
Based outside Tampa, within a realistic drive.
Perfect Catch Electric is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor serving the St. Petersburg area (license #EC13011994), offering whole-home standby generator installation throughout Pinellas County.
Generator Supercenter of Tampa Bay is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor serving the St. Petersburg area (license #EC13012181), part of the national Generator Supercenter franchise network. It is listed in Generac's official dealer locator (checked October 4, 2026).
Buell Electric, Inc. is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor serving the St. Petersburg area (license #EC13001589), with 40+ years of experience in electrical work and generator repair and installation.
Climate Design Homes Services, LLC is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor based in Clearwater, FL (license #EC13016557).
Voltrix Electric LLC is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor serving the Clearwater area (license #EC13015608).
Blue Sky Electrical Services, LLC is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor serving the Clearwater area (license #EC13014884).
Dunedin Electric Co Inc is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor based in Clearwater, FL (license #EC13004267).
Red Royal Electric, Inc. is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor based in Clearwater, FL (license #EC13004626).
Lakeland Generator Service Inc. is a licensed Florida Registered Electrical Contractor based in Lakeland, FL (license #ER13016237), in business since 2017 and servicing Generac, Cummins, and Briggs & Stratton units.
Top Flight Electric Inc is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor serving the Lakeland area (license #EC13005699), providing generator installation and repair since 2017.
Cross Wired Electrical Services, LLC is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor serving the Lakeland area (license #EC13009227). It is listed in Generac's official dealer locator as a Select dealer (checked October 2, 2026).
Atline Electric Services LLC is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor serving the Lakeland area (license #EC13010488), a family-owned, BBB-accredited business.
Mr. Electric of Winter Haven is a licensed Florida Certified Electrical Contractor based in Lakeland, FL (license #EC13009148), a location of the national Mr. Electric franchise network.
Whole-home standby generator installation in Tampa typically costs $5,900-$13,600 all-in. See our full cost breakdown guide for what drives the price up or down, or use the generator sizing calculator for an estimate based on your own home.
LumoWatt estimate, not a published market study. Your quote depends on your home and site.
Depending on the address, permits are filed through either the City of Tampa or Hillsborough County (HillsGovHub) — check which jurisdiction applies before filing. Requires a signed/sealed load calculation, manufacturer clearance documentation, and a recorded Notice of Commencement prior to the first inspection; larger installations may also need a signed/sealed site plan from a licensed surveyor. Two inspections (rough-in and final) plus a separate mechanical/gas permit if applicable.
See the full Florida state permit overview.
Hurricane-driven multi-day outages make Florida one of the highest-demand states for standby generators; demand and installer lead times both spike May–November (hurricane season).
Tampa Bay's Gulf Coast exposure means storm surge, not just wind, is a real factor in hurricane planning here, a different risk profile than Florida's Atlantic coast. If your property is in a FEMA high-risk flood zone, confirm any equipment-elevation requirement with whichever jurisdiction applies to your address (City of Tampa or Hillsborough County) before installation, see the permit details above for how to check which one applies to you.
For Hillsborough County addresses, the county's own residential backup generator requirements page confirms two inspections are required, electrical rough-in and electrical final, in addition to a licensed Florida EC or ER contractor applying for the permit itself.
Every installer listed above has had their Florida electrical contractor license confirmed against the state licensing board. For typical costs across the state, see our Florida whole-home generator cost guide, or compare installers in Miami and Orlando.
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