Generator Services
What generator installers actually do, beyond the initial install, what each typically costs, and what to ask before you sign. Every service below is offered by at least one license-checked installer in our directory.
Generator InstallationLoad calculation and sizing, equipment placement and mounting, electrical wiring to an automatic transfer switch, gas-line hookup (natural...$3,000–$5,000 in labor alone, on top of the $2,000–$10,000+ generator unit itself.Generator Maintenance PlansScheduled oil and filter changes, battery testing, exercise-cycle verification (most units self-test weekly, but a technician should...$150–$400/year for a basic plan; $400–$800/year for a comprehensive plan including parts.Generator RepairDiagnostic service calls, battery replacement, transfer-switch repair, control-board troubleshooting, and engine repair for larger...$150–$300 for a standard diagnostic/repair visit; $500+ for major component replacement.Generator Permitting HelpFiling the electrical permit (and gas-line permit, if applicable) with your city or county, scheduling the inspection, and handling any HOA...Often bundled into installation quotes at no extra charge; standalone permit-filing help (if you're doing the install yourself) runs $200–$500.