Standby Generator Installation in Boca Raton, FL
Standby generators are permanently installed outside your home and connect directly to your electrical panel through an automatic transfer switch. When utility power fails, the generator starts automatically — usually within 10–30 seconds — and runs until utility power is restored. Unlike portable generators, standby units require no manual intervention and pose no carbon monoxide risk indoors. We install Generac, Kohler, and Briggs & Stratton standby generators throughout Boca Raton and Palm Beach County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is a standby generator different from a portable generator?
A standby generator is permanently installed, starts automatically, runs on natural gas or propane (no refueling), and can power your entire home. A portable generator must be manually started, requires gasoline, and can only power a few circuits through extension cords.
How quickly does a standby generator start after a power outage?
Most modern standby generators start within 10–30 seconds of detecting a utility outage. The automatic transfer switch disconnects your home from the utility and connects it to the generator.
How long can a standby generator run continuously?
On natural gas, a standby generator can run indefinitely as long as gas service is available. On propane, run time depends on tank size — a 500-gallon tank typically provides 4–7 days of continuous whole-house power.