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We evaluate your critical loads to size the generator correctly (whole building vs. essential systems).
We determine the best location for the unit and the automatic transfer switch (ATS).
We pour the concrete pad, set the unit, and connect the electrical and fuel lines (natural gas or propane).
We simulate a power outage to ensure the system transfers power automatically and seamlessly.
A commercial generator installation starts with a site visit where we assess your electrical panel, calculate the load you want covered, and pick a spot for the unit that meets clearance and access requirements. From there we set the pad, run the fuel line to your natural gas or propane source, and install the automatic transfer switch that ties the generator into your building’s electrical system. Once the unit is set and wired, we run a full startup sequence: testing the automatic transfer, checking voltage and frequency output, and confirming the unit carries the load it was sized for. This same sequence applies to most commercial generator installation in Kansas City, whether the building is a single retail space or a larger commercial property, and we walk the site with you afterward to review shutdown procedures and service access points.
Every commercial generator installation goes through permitting and inspection with the authority having jurisdiction where the building sits, and that authority changes depending on which side of the state line and which county you are in. A property in Clay County, Platte County, or Jackson County, Missouri, follows a different permitting path than one across the state line in Kansas, so we confirm the correct jurisdiction before we submit any paperwork. Coordination with Evergy is also part of the process, since the utility needs to sign off on the interconnection point between grid power and generator power. Kansas City’s commercial building stock spans older brick storefronts downtown to newer retail centers along the metro’s growth corridors, and each type of building brings its own electrical panel age and capacity to account for before a generator gets sized.
We size a commercial generator by calculating the total electrical load of the circuits it needs to carry, whether that is just your critical systems or the entire building. We look at your electrical panel, HVAC equipment, and any specialty loads like walk-in coolers or servers before recommending a unit size. Undersizing leaves equipment unprotected during an outage, and oversizing adds cost without added benefit.
A standby generator is permanently installed outside your building, wired into your electrical system, and starts automatically during an outage. A portable generator has to be rolled out, fueled, and manually connected, which is not practical for a business that cannot have someone on site every time the power drops. Buildings with servers, security systems, or refrigeration need the automatic, always ready coverage a standby unit provides.
The generator sits on a concrete pad or engineered mounting base outside the building, positioned to meet clearance requirements from windows, doors, and property lines. We also account for sound, exhaust direction, and access for fuel lines or future service work when choosing the spot. On tighter retail or urban lots, we work with you to find a location that stays out of the way of parking and foot traffic.
Yes, a commercial generator installation requires a permit and inspection from the authority having jurisdiction before it can be put into service. Requirements vary depending on where your building sits in the Kansas City metro, so we confirm the correct jurisdiction and handle the permitting and inspection scheduling as part of the job. This applies whether your building is on the Missouri or Kansas side of the metro.
A commercial backup power maintenance plan typically includes scheduled inspections, oil and filter changes, battery testing, and a load test to confirm the unit will actually carry your building during an outage. We also check the transfer switch and review any fault codes logged between visits. Regular maintenance is what keeps a generator ready to perform when the grid actually goes down, rather than sitting idle and untested.
Yes, a single generator can be sized to serve a retail center with multiple tenants, or each tenant space can have its own dedicated unit depending on how the property is set up. Shared systems usually make sense when the property owner wants unified backup power for common areas like lighting, security, and elevators, while tenant specific units work better when individual businesses have different critical loads. We can walk your property and recommend which approach fits your building.
