Backup Generator Installation

Whether it’s red flag outages, grid failures, or unpredictable outages, a properly installed backup generator gives you the peace of mind that your home — and everything in it — will stay on no matter what.

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Expert Generator Installation for Custom Homes

At Alden Electric, we design and install generator systems that are tailored to your home’s size, usage, and future needs. We ensure every component is integrated cleanly — and works exactly when it’s supposed to.

Whole-home or essential-load generator systems
Automatic transfer switches for seamless transitions
Fuel source coordination (natural gas or propane)
Code-compliant wiring and clean installation
Future-ready for solar and battery integration

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Designed to Work With Your Power System

Your generator isn’t a standalone system — it needs to communicate with your home’s solar, battery, and control systems. We ensure seamless integration with platforms like Tesla Powerwall, Enphase, and other solar inverters, providing smart load management, battery coordination, and a backup power system that can grow with your home.

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How much does a backup generator cost?

$2,000

Manual Interloc kit, outlet, and portable generator

$28,000

26kWh whole house generator with automatic transfer switch with subpanel addition

$60,000

60kWh whole house generator with automatic transfer switch

What Affects Pricing?

Size of Generator

Backing up an entire house will be more costly than a freezer and a few lights.

Service Panel

If a service panel upgrade is required to install the generator, it will cost more.

Distance from House

Installing a generator farther from the house will be more expensive

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Kohler Home Energy Authorized Dealer

Alden Electric is proud to be a Kohler Home Energy Authorized Dealer, offering premium standby generator systems for reliable, long-lasting backup power. Kohler generators activate automatically during outages and provide steady power for your entire home or just essential systems.