Keep Power Running When the Grid Goes Down

Elite Installation Services installs and maintains whole-home standby generators in Owensboro, Madisonville, and throughout Western Kentucky.

When storms knock out power in Western Kentucky and you lose heat in winter or air conditioning during summer humidity, a whole-home generator restores electricity to your furnace, refrigerator, water pump, and lights within seconds of an outage. Homes in Owensboro, Madisonville, and throughout the surrounding Western Kentucky region experience power loss from ice storms, high winds, and severe thunderstorms that can leave neighborhoods dark for hours or days, and without backup power you cannot run essential systems or preserve food.

Elite Installation Services sizes a standby generator to your home's electrical load, installs the unit on a concrete pad near your meter, connects it to your natural gas or propane supply, and wires an automatic transfer switch that detects outages and shifts your home to generator power without you touching anything. Certified technicians handle all permitting, fuel line installation, and final inspection so the system operates safely and meets local code requirements.

Protect your home with a standby generator by contacting Elite Installation Services for a consultation and load calculation based on your Western Kentucky property.

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Installation Steps and Sizing Requirements

The team visits your Western Kentucky home to calculate total electrical demand by adding the wattage of your HVAC system, water heater, well pump, refrigerator, freezer, and other critical loads, then recommends a generator with enough output to run those systems simultaneously. They pour a level concrete pad that meets manufacturer clearance specs, set the generator, run a fuel line from your propane tank or natural gas meter, and install a transfer switch inside your main panel that monitors utility voltage and switches circuits automatically during an outage.

After installation, the generator will start within ten seconds of losing grid power, run your furnace so pipes do not freeze, keep your refrigerator cold, and power lights and outlets so you can work or move safely through the house. Standby units burn natural gas or propane, so you do not need to refuel them manually or store gasoline, and they shut off automatically once utility power returns and the transfer switch reconnects your home to the grid.

Elite Installation Services uses generator brands that include factory warranties covering parts and labor, and the installation includes weatherproof enclosures, vibration pads to reduce noise, and outdoor-rated electrical connections sealed against moisture. The crew tests the system under load before leaving to confirm the transfer switch operates correctly and all selected circuits receive power during a simulated outage.

Answers to questions before you buy a generator

Installing a standby generator involves choosing the right size, understanding fuel options, and planning for ongoing maintenance, so knowing how the system works helps you make decisions that match your home's needs and your budget.

What size generator do I need for my home?
You need a unit sized to your total connected load, which includes your HVAC system, water heater, and any large appliances or well pumps you want to run during an outage. Elite Installation Services calculates your demand and recommends a model with enough capacity without oversizing unnecessarily.
How often does a standby generator need maintenance?

Most manufacturers recommend service once a year, which includes changing the oil and air filter, inspecting the battery, testing the transfer switch, and running the unit under load to confirm it operates correctly. Elite Installation Services offers annual service plans for generators installed in Western Kentucky.

What fuel option works best in Kentucky?
Natural gas is convenient if your home already has a gas line, while propane works well for rural properties and provides longer runtime during extended outages if you size the tank correctly. Both fuels burn cleaner than gasoline and do not require manual refueling.
When does the generator turn on automatically?
The transfer switch monitors utility voltage every few seconds and signals the generator to start within ten seconds of detecting an outage, then switches your home to backup power once the engine reaches operating speed and voltage stabilizes.
How loud is a standby generator when it runs?
Most modern units produce around sixty to seventy decibels at full load, which is comparable to normal conversation, and the sound decreases with distance. Elite Installation Services positions the unit to meet setback requirements and minimize noise near windows and outdoor living areas.

Elite Installation Services has installed standby generators for homeowners throughout Sacramento who needed backup power during ice storms and summer outages that left neighborhoods without electricity for days. Learn more by contacting us to schedule a site visit, discuss fuel and sizing options, and receive a written estimate that includes equipment, installation, permitting, and startup testing.