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Generator & Backup Power Installation

Windstorms knock out Lower Mainland power every year. A properly installed standby generator and transfer switch keep your heat, fridge, sump pump and internet running automatically.

Generator & Backup Power Installation — PowerX Electrical

When a winter windstorm takes down the grid, a backup power system keeps the essentials running — heat, refrigeration, sump pumps, medical equipment and internet. PowerX installs standby generators and transfer switches that detect an outage and switch over automatically, plus portable-generator inlet setups for a simpler budget option.

We size the system to the circuits that matter to you, install the automatic transfer switch safely (no dangerous backfeeding), and handle the permit and inspection. The result is a system that just works when you need it.

Backup power solutions

  • Whole-home standby generators
  • Automatic transfer switches (ATS)
  • Critical-circuit / essential loads panels
  • Portable generator inlets & interlocks
  • Battery backup integration
  • Generator sizing & load planning
  • Permits & inspection
  • Maintenance & testing

Our approach

01

Needs assessment

We identify which circuits you must keep running and size the system accordingly.

02

Fixed quote

You get a clear price for the generator, transfer switch, wiring, permit and commissioning.

03

Safe install

We install the ATS and connections so the system can never backfeed the grid.

04

Test & train

We run a full transfer test and show you how to maintain and operate it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a whole-home generator or just essentials?
Many homeowners only need heat, fridge, sump pump and internet backed up, which is far cheaper than whole-home. We'll help you decide based on your priorities and budget.
Why is a transfer switch necessary?
A transfer switch (or interlock) isolates your home from the grid so your generator can't backfeed and endanger line workers. It's required, and it's the safe, legal way to connect a generator.
Can you install an inlet for my portable generator?
Yes. A generator inlet plus an interlock kit is an affordable way to safely power select circuits from a portable unit, without running extension cords through the house.

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