Home Generator
Installation in Philadelphia
Philadelphia's Generac Premier Dealer — automatic standby generators installed, permitted, and backed by 10-year warranty support. Serving all of Greater Philadelphia.
Automatic Power.
Zero Action Required.
PECO serves roughly 1.6 million customers across the Philadelphia area, and outages are a fact of life. A permanently installed standby generator detects a power failure and automatically starts within 10–20 seconds, powering your entire home.
Our 4-Step Installation Process
Free Site Assessment
We evaluate your electrical panel, natural gas service, ideal generator placement, and load requirements — at no charge.
Permit Filing & Utility Coordination
We handle all county electrical permits and PECO interconnection paperwork. Most permits obtained within 1–2 weeks.
Professional Installation
Typical installation: 1–2 full days. PA-licensed master electricians install the generator, transfer switch, and all wiring.
Inspection, Startup & Training
County inspection approves the install. We perform full startup, test every circuit, and walk you through your new system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Physical installation: 1–2 days. Total timeline from signing to startup: 3–6 weeks, which includes permit filing, equipment delivery, and PECO interconnect coordination.
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Yes. All standby generator installations in Pennsylvania require an electrical permit. Prime M&E handles 100% of the permitting process — you never fill out a single form.
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Most homes 1,500–2,500 sq ft are well-served by a 16kW–20kW generator. We perform a professional load calculation during your free site visit to recommend the correct size.
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Both are excellent choices. Generac has the broadest availability in the Philadelphia market. Kohler runs slightly quieter and has a premium aesthetic. We install Generac and help you choose based on your priorities.
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We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.
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Yes. A properly permitted standby generator typically adds 3–5% to home value in the Philadelphia market and is an increasingly popular selling point in suburbs prone to storm outages.