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Home Standby Generator Installation | Lowe’s

Ensure you always have power. We can install your home standby generator.

How It Works

From start to finish, Lowe’s is with you every step of the way.

Request a FREE Consultation and Estimate

Fill out the online form, and an Independent Service PROvider will call you to schedule your consultation.

Get Your Quote

The Service PROvider will review suggestions for your home, based on square footage, power needs and appliance wattage, to ensure a whole house solution. When your assessment is complete, we’ll follow up with a quote. It’ll include product and labor costs along with financing options to fit your budget.

Complete Installation

Once you receive your project proposal and accept your quote, you can schedule your installation. After the installation, your Service PROvider will clean up, review manufacturer care and maintenance instructions with you, and ensure you’re satisfied.

Need more help? Call us toll-free at 1-877-GO-LOWES (46-56937).

Why Choose a Home Standby Generator Over a Portable Generator?

Home standby generators are hardwired to your home and turn on automatically in the event of a power outage. Portable generators, although great in a pinch, aren’t designed for longer-term power outages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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An Independent Service PROvider will measure your space and assess your standby generator needs on the day and time of your choosing.
The Service PROvider will review suggestions for your home, based on square footage, power needs and appliance wattage, to ensure a whole house solution. They’ll determine the generator placement and photograph your electrical panel. You’ll also receive a product and installation quote during this consultation.
Once you accept the quote and schedule your installation, a Service PROvider will come out and set up your standby generator for you.

*Installation is available in select areas.

Benefits of a Home Standby Generator:

Safety: It doesn’t require gasoline or power cords, reducing the risk of fire, CO poisoning and electrical shock.
Convenience: It automatically restores power to critical systems, such as A/C, water, fridge/freezer or the entire house, even when you’re away, giving you peace of mind. If you’re home, you can continue doing activities like watching the game or working on a computer.
Power: Its higher wattage ranges allow it to power more of your home for longer. With a properly sized whole-house generator, you could theoretically power your entire home.
Value: It’s an investment that proves its worth every time the power goes out and can increase the resale value of your home.
Clean Power: It provides the cleanest power possible for sensitive electronics found in today’s homes.

Generators require periodic maintenance, such as oil and filter changes, to ensure maximum performance and reliable service. Scheduled maintenance kits are available, and many Generac authorized dealers offer annual maintenance contracts. We recommend service every six months by an authorized independent service dealer. Refer to your owner’s manual for routine maintenance procedures and schedules.

Although there are many projects around your home that you can do yourself, installing a home standby generator is a big job. It’s vital that it’s done correctly to eliminate the risk of a gas leak, electric shock and other hazards.

Proper and safe installation of a generator takes many steps. You’ll need to acquire the appropriate building permits (where applicable), determine the right location for the standby generator and configure the automatic transfer switch properly. Not only do gas-powered generators require a propane tank or natural gas line connection, but they also need the correct valves for the type of gas you’ll be using. The Service PROvider has the knowledge and experience to complete these steps and install your standby generator right the first time.

Special Financing Options*

Complete your project and stay on budget.

*Subject to credit approval.

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Licensed (where applicable), insured and background-checked for your peace of mind.

Product Expertise

We can answer any questions you have.

Labor Warranty

One year of protection comes standard with installation.

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Keep Your Home Safe With Generator Installation From Lowe’s

For some, a power outage is more than a minor inconvenience. Lowe’s offers home generator installation, providing your home with security when it loses power, such as during a hurricane or bad storm. A home generator can save you hundreds of dollars in replacement-food costs by keeping your fridge and freezer functioning. More importantly, a generator can keep safety equipment, such as carbon monoxide detectors, working properly. You can find some of the best home generators at Lowe’s, including Generac generators and KOHLER generators, and a pro can provide service for all major brands — ensuring you’re always ready in the event of an outage.

Let the Pros Do the Work for You

Get started by filling out our online form to schedule a free consultation online or in person. During the consultation, an independent installation expert in our network will evaluate square footage and power needs for a whole house generator installation. This consultation also provides you the opportunity to ask questions and resolve any concerns you may have, including whether you need a backup generator that supplies your entire house with power or one that’ll run a few key appliances, like your refrigerator. A whole house generator restores complete electricity to your home, while a partial home standby generator provides support for select circuits, such as a home’s water supply or life support equipment.

Rest Easy Knowing Your Home Is Protected

After the consultation, you’ll get a custom quote that includes the cost of the standby generator and the service. Keep in mind that installation costs differ based on the type and size of the unit. Once you’ve accepted the quote, you can schedule a day for installation.

Generators for home installation are a great solution for permanent power backup. Explore your options on Lowes.com and let our team know how we can help. Lowe’s is here to keep your home safe during power outages with proven, reliable generator installation to ensure your home is protected when you need it most.