Generator Installation & Maintenance
Professional standby and portable generator hookup to keep your Wichita home powered through any outage.
About Generator Installation & Maintenance
Kansas weather is unpredictable, and power outages can leave your family without heat, refrigeration, or critical medical equipment when you need it most. Wichita Electric Pro installs whole-home standby generators that start automatically within seconds of an outage, as well as manual transfer switches for portable generators. We work with all major brands including Generac, Kohler, and Briggs & Stratton and handle load calculations, proper transfer switch installation, dedicated fuel line coordination, and routine maintenance programs to keep your generator ready year-round.
What You Can Expect
- Automatic standby and portable transfer switch options
- Safe transfer switch prevents dangerous backfeed to the grid
- Load calculation ensures properly sized generator
- Annual maintenance programs keep your generator ready
Frequently Asked Questions
What size generator do I need for my Wichita home?
It depends on what you want to power during an outage. A 7–10 kW generator typically handles essential circuits — lights, refrigerator, furnace fan, and a few outlets. Whole-home coverage usually requires 20 kW or more. We perform a load calculation during your estimate to right-size the generator for your actual needs and budget.
Is a transfer switch required for generator installation?
Yes — a transfer switch is required by code and for your safety. Without one, backfeed electricity from your generator can travel onto utility lines and injure utility workers restoring power in your neighborhood. We install manual transfer switches for portable generators and automatic transfer switches for standby units.
How often does a standby generator need maintenance in Kansas?
Most manufacturers recommend annual service: oil and filter change, spark plug inspection, battery check, and a load test. Standby generators run a brief self-test weekly, but that doesn't replace annual maintenance. Kansas winters can be hard on equipment, so we recommend scheduling service in the fall before peak outage season.