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With experienced contractors near you plus our quality work guarantee, you can trust The Home Depot for your generator installation services.
Reliable Power When You Need It Most
When you hire trusted backup generator installers from The Home Depot, we make the experience easy.
Choose Generator Installation Services Near You if:
■ You live in a region with frequent extreme weather, grid instability and/or blackouts
■ You need a reliable, uninterrupted source of backup power for your home
■ You want expert advice from our trusted installers to find the right system for your needs
Let Us Take Care of Your Generator Installation Services
Protect your home and enjoy uninterrupted power with reliable backup generator installation from qualified Home Depot Installers.
Verified Reviews & Ratings
Our installation services are reviewed by customers like you, only after work has been completed.
Certified Installers
Home Depot generator installers are licensed technicians with the experience to get the job done right.
Quality Work Guaranteed
All generator installations from the Home Depot are backed up by a standard 1-year parts and labour warranty, with available extended options for some systems.
Trusted Brand
We install high-quality backup generators from Generac®, an industry leader known for delivering performance and reliability.
What’s Included With Your Generator Installation Services
Free consultation with expert advice including any permits that need to be submitted, from generator installers near you
Professional installation to deliver, install and test your new backup generator
A range of options to suit your backup power needs – whole home, partial home, etc.
A thorough site cleanup upon completion of your generator installation
Enjoy peace of mind and guard against costly outages with a reliable source of uninterrupted electricity.
Book your FREE, no-obligation consultation with our expert generator installers near you today.
Enjoy peace of mind and guard against costly outages with a reliable source of uninterrupted electricity. Book your FREE, no-obligation consultation with our expert generator installers near you today.
What You Need To Know Ahead of Your Generator Installation
Plan Ahead For An Emergency
While home generators are designed to provide reliable, seamless backup power in the case of an emergency, they cannot be installed properly during an emergency event. If you think your home may need a generator, please plan ahead.
You May Need A Permit
Generator installation requires work to install gas lines and connect to your home’s electrical system. It can be a complicated job that requires a licensed professional to do it right – and, in some cases, may require a permit before any work can begin. Our generator installers can advise you on whether permits are needed.
What Kind of Generator Do You Need?
We install generators in a variety of sizes and outputs for a variety of whole-home and partial-home applications. During your free in-home consultation, our generator installation professionals will be able to assess your needs and recommend your best options.
*Your installer may determine that an electrical panel upgrade is required for your generator installation, the cost of which will be factored into your complete project quote.
When Should I Consider Generator Installation?
There are a number of reasons why you may want to consider generator installation. Depending on your needs, our experienced generator installers will be able to find the right system for the job.
For Reliable Backup Power
Whether you live in an area where there is inclimate weather, the local power grid is susceptible to frequent interruptions, or you simply wish to protect your home in the event of extended power outages, generator installation provides you the peace of mind of reliable, year-round electricity.
For Remote Locations
In regions where it may be difficult or expensive to connect your home to the power grid, installing a gas or propane-powered generator is often your most cost-effective and practical solution to ensure a reliable, consistent source of electricity.
For Keeping Your Appliances Running
Keep your appliances running through a power outage to prevent the food in your fridge and freezer from spoiling, your house from freezing, or any other number of spillover effects from an extended loss of electricity. With standby generator installation, you’re not just protecting your home and your wallet; you’re protecting your health, too.
For Comfort and Security
Losing power can present a higher risk of break-ins, too, since an outage can shut down your home’s security system. With uninterrupted power from a backup generator, all systems remain up and running – which means peace of mind for you and your family.
For All or Part of Your Home
Depending on your needs, generator installation can be a solution for powering your entire home, or just the appliances, HVAC systems and other electrical equipment in your home where it’s needed most to get you through a power outage.
How Does Generator Installation Work?
Here’s how to get your project started.
1 Free Consultation
- Book a free in-home appointment with a Home Depot Installer to discuss your new generator installation project.
- Our experienced installers will inspect your electrical panel and choose a location for your generator. They will recommend a generator that meets your needs and provide a detailed quote for your project.*
2 Generator Installation
- At a pre-scheduled time, the Installer will deliver your new backup generator and complete your generator installation service.
- The Installer will install your new backup generator and connect it to your home’s electrical system.
3 Follow-Up Inspection
- Upon completion, the Installer will inspect and test your new generator, show you how it works, and confirm that the project meets your approval.
- They will conduct a thorough site cleanup once your generator installation has been completed.
*Your installer may determine that an electrical panel upgrade is required for your generator installation, the cost of which will be factored into your complete project quote.
Here’s What People Are Asking About Generator Installation Services:
What are the most common causes of power failures in Canada?
◼ In Canada, power outages are most commonly caused by extreme weather events such as snow and ice storms, high winds and severe thunderstorms, all of which can knock out power lines and other electrical infrastructure for extended periods of time.
◼ Areas with aging or otherwise inadequate power infrastructure can be particularly vulnerable to power outages and general unreliability, making generator installation a necessity to ensure consistent electricity in your home.
How much does it cost to install a backup generator?
◼ Your generator installation cost will depend on a variety of factors that will be determined during your free in-home consultation.
◼ Factors affecting your generator installation cost include the size of your home, whether you want your generator to power your entire home or only essential systems and/or appliances, the location of the generator relative to your electrical panel, and whether additional work is required, such as a panel upgrade or securing of permits.
Will I need to upgrade my electrical panel with my generator installation?
◼ In some cases, backup generator installation will require an electrical panel upgrade to ensure your home is adequately equipped to support a generator.
◼ During your in-home consultation, our generator installers will determine whether your existing panel is sufficient, and recommend a panel upgrade if deemed necessary, prior to beginning any work.
Can I install a generator myself?
◼ Generator installation is not a DIY project and we strongly advise against attempting to install a generator by yourself. Generator installation requires expert knowledge to determine the right size of system and location for installation, as well as the skills, insight and experience of a licensed technician to install it correctly.
◼ The Home Depot’s generator installers are licensed electricians and gas fitters, experienced and qualified professionals who know how to complete your generator installation safely, promptly and properly.
How Do I Choose the Right Generator For My Needs?
Show a range of options by price point & specs (whole/partial home, portable, etc.)
Reliable Power When You Need It Most, With Generac® Generator Installation
Guard against outages and get seamless, instantaneous backup power with professional installation of Generac® generators from licensed Home Depot Installers. An industry leader for quality backup generators, Generac® systems deliver electricity to your home when you need it most.
Generac® generators utilize an automatic transfer switch, immediately and seamlessly transferring the essential load to the backup the system as soon as your home loses power.
No matter your backup power needs – whole home or partial, hard-wired or portable – ask our installers about which system is right for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Installation Questions
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- As long as permits have been secured and your electrical panel meets the required specifications for your new system, a whole house backup generator installation can be completed in about 6-8 hours. We recommend you maintain a dialogue with your installer to stay updated on the status of your project.
- Please allow extra time if, during your in-home consultation, the generator installer determines that you need a permit or an electrical panel upgrade prior to proceeding with your generator installation.
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No. Our backup generator installation professionals will both supply and install your new generator. This allows us to ensure that every component of your new system meets our quality standards, as well as that your system is a correct match for your needs according to the professional assessment of our licensed installers.
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- Depending on local regulations and/or the extent of the work required, you may need to acquire a permit for your home generator installation.
- During your in-home consultation, your generator installer will inform you if a permit is required for their work and will provide you the information you need to secure one.
Product Questions
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- When utility power and electricity is lost – whether it’s due to a storm, equipment failure, or something else – your backup generator is ready to help keep your home running smoothly. Always in standby mode, the generator will sense the power is out and turn on automatically to restore electricity within seconds.
- While everyone else is left in the dark, your standby generator quickly restores electricity in your home to keep your appliances, lights, and other electrical equipment operating normally. When utility power returns, the generator senses the change and returns to standby mode, ready for the next emergency.
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- The size of the generator installed in your home will depend on a variety of factors, including the size of your home, whether it will serve all or part of your home, and more generally, how much power is required to deliver uninterrupted electricity when and where it’s needed most.
- Our experienced generator installers will assess your home and your needs to recommend a backup generator installation option that works best for you.
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No, your backup generator should only be used as a temporary power source during times of emergency. It is best used to keep essential appliances running when your main source of power is unavailable.
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- You may choose either a natural gas backup generator or a propane backup generator.
- If you already have a gas connection, we will contact your gas company for the connection. A separate service may be required for propane.
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If you desire a quiet unit, inquire about a larger, liquid-cooled generator model. While air-cooled models are smaller, they tend to operate more loudly than liquid-cooled generators.
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Generator Installation from Trusted Professional Installers
Trust The Home Depot’s experienced generator installers near you to deliver and install a top-quality generator, ensuring your home enjoys a reliable, uninterrupted supply of power at all times.
Reliable Backup Power
Don’t get stuck in the dark or in the cold of winter without power. With professional backup generator installation from our trusted installers, we’ll equip your home with a backup generator that is available for your home through the worst of circumstances. With emergency generator installation, steady, reliable backup power will protect your appliances, maintain climate control in your home and even yield additional benefits such as preventing the food in your refrigerator from spoiling through a prolonged power failure.
Professional Installation
Storage freezers and fridges left without power can defrost and ruin their contents. Certain medical devices rely on constant power to operate effectively. Power outages at night can leave you in pitch black making it hard to get around. For these scenarios and more, having a backup generator that kicks in within seconds of the power outage is essential.
The price of a backup generator varies depending on the size of your home and your power needs. Do you need to power a few select appliances in the event of a power loss, or do you need to power your entire home? Speak with our trained installers to figure out what size generator is right for you.
Our licenced Home Depot Installers will come to your home, assess your needs and then install your new backup generator to make sure that you’re never without power. For power solutions including propane and natural gas backup generators, visit The Home Depot Canada in-store or online.
Brands You Can Trust
All home generator installation projects from The Home Depot use top quality products from trusted brands. All of our electric generator installation options come from top-rated brands such as Generac®, renowned in the industry for their excellent reliability and performance. And your generator installer will always ensure you get the right system for your needs – one that matches the unique requirements and specifications of your home and its electricity supply.