Whole-home standby generators in the Lakes Region.
Automatic standby systems that keep Lakes Region homes warm when the grid goes down.
Standby Installation
What a whole-home standby generator installation includes
A Lakes Region outage often lasts days, not hours. We size a whole-home standby unit for your heating, well, and comfort loads, set the automatic transfer switch, pull the permit, and register the warranty before we leave.
- Load calculation and whole-home sizing before you commit
- Automatic transfer switch installation
- Natural gas or propane fuel coordination
- Permits, inspection, and code-compliant panel work
- Startup and warranty registration on Generac and KOHLER units
Choosing a System
Standby generator or portable generator with a transfer switch?
| Feature | Most lake homesAutomatic standby | Lower costPortable with a transfer switch |
|---|---|---|
| Starting | Starts itself. Shuts down when the utility returns, whether anyone is home or not. | Connect, start, and disconnect by hand every time. |
| Fuel | Natural gas, propane, or diesel, permanently piped in. | Gasoline, diesel, or propane, refueled by hand. |
| Coverage | Whole home or essential circuits, depending on size. | Essential circuits. Large motors are usually out of reach. |
| Run time | Days, or indefinitely on natural gas or a large propane tank. | Limited by the tank. A long outage means repeated refueling. |
| NH winters | Battery maintainer, scheduled self-tests, cold-weather starting built in. | Fuel stabilization, stored fuel, and a cold start by hand. |
| Connection | Hardwired to an automatic transfer switch. | Mounted inlet to a manual transfer switch or a panel interlock kit. |
| Noise | Roughly 65 to 70 dB at the unit. | Roughly 70 to 90 dB. |
| Safety | Enclosed, permanently wired. No cords, no refueling in the dark. | Safe when installed correctly. Placement and exhaust clearance are on you. |
| Maintenance | Self-tests on a schedule. Annual professional service recommended. | Oil changes, fuel stabilization, and test runs, all by hand. |
| Cost | Higher up front for equipment, installation, and fuel work. | Lower for both the generator and the electrical work. The unit goes with you. |
Questions
Common questions about whole-home standby generators
What size whole-home standby generator does my home need?
It depends on the loads you want running during an outage. We size from your square footage, heating system, well pump, and comfort loads, then confirm the calculation against the panel before we quote anything. Call or text 603-619-8875 to start a load review.
How long does a whole-home standby installation take?
Most Lakes Region installs finish in a few days once the pad, fuel line, and permits are ready. Weather, gas utility timing, and panel work can stretch that. We give you a written schedule with the estimate.
Can you install a standby generator at a lake house or seasonal home?
Yes. Empty houses around Lake Winnipesaukee and Squam Lake are a large part of the work. A standby system keeps the heat on and the pipes intact whether or not anyone is in the state.
Which brands do you install for whole-home systems?
We are certified to install Generac air-cooled and liquid-cooled systems and KOHLER air-cooled systems. Startup and warranty registration are included so your coverage begins correctly.
How soon can someone look at my home?
Same-day response during business hours when the schedule allows. Call or text 603-619-8875, or send the estimate form and we will follow up.
The Upright Standard
Why Lakes Region homeowners trust us with whole-home standby
Workmanship and installation
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Coverage above the standard
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