Why Do Utah Homeowners Need Backup Generators?
Utah's grid faces increasing strain from summer heat events, winter storms, and wildfire-related outages. For homeowners with medical equipment, home offices, or well pumps, a grid outage isn't just inconvenient it's a real risk. A standby generator activates automatically within seconds of a power failure.
What Size Generator Does My Utah Home Need?
Generator sizing depends on what you want to power. A 10–20 kW standby generator covers most essentials (HVAC, refrigerator, lighting, outlets). A 22–26 kW unit covers the full home. We assess your electrical panel, usage, and priorities during the free consultation and recommend the right size.
How Long Does Generator Installation Take?
Most whole-home generator installations in Sandy and Salt Lake City take 1–2 days. This includes the concrete pad, electrical hookup, gas line connection, and transfer switch installation. Permitting adds 1–2 weeks depending on the jurisdiction.
Can a Generator Work With My Solar System?
Yes. A properly configured generator can work alongside your solar and battery system. We design the integration during the consultation phase to ensure the systems don't conflict and that your backup power hierarchy is clean.