Kansas City weather is unpredictable. Severe storms, ice, and high winds can knock out power for days. A
whole-home standby generator ensures your family stays safe and comfortable, no matter what happens to the
grid.
Unlike portable generators that require manual setup and refueling, a standby generator is permanently installed
and fully automatic. Within seconds of a power outage, it kicks on and restores power to your home—whether
you are there or not.
Why Install a Standby Generator?
A backup generator protects more than just your comfort; it protects your home and health:
- Keep the Lights On: Navigate your home safely.
- Preserve Food: Keep your refrigerator and freezer running to avoid spoilage.
- Climate Control: Keep your furnace running in winter (preventing frozen pipes) and AC in summer.
- Medical Equipment: Ensure CPAP machines, oxygen concentrators, and stairlifts stay operational.
- Sump Pumps: Prevent basement flooding during heavy storms.
- Stay Connected: Keep internet and phone lines charged and working.
Our Installation Process
Installing a generator is a complex project involving electrical and gas work. Veteran Electric handles the entire
process turn-key. We are authorized dealers for top brands like Generac and Kohler.
We start with a load calculation to determine the right size unit for your needs. We then handle all permitting,
concrete pad installation, electrical wiring, and coordination with gas plumbers. We don’t just drop it off; we
ensure it’s installed to code and ready to perform.
Manual Transfer Switches
If a whole-home generator isn’t in your budget, we can install a Manual Transfer Switch (interlock kit) for use
with a portable generator. This allows you to safely power your breaker panel from a portable unit without
running extension cords through windows. It’s a safe, affordable backup power solution.
Our Process
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