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Standby & Backup Generator Wiring in the Hill Country
When the power goes out, a properly installed generator keeps your essential systems running safely. Texas Highlands Electric handles the electrical side of standby and backup generator installation across Boerne and the Hill Country, from the transfer switch and connections to the circuits you choose to back up. Outages can run long out here, especially on the edges of town and on acreage, so we set your system up to switch over safely and power what matters without risk to your wiring or the utility line.
Why the Transfer Switch Matters
The transfer switch is the heart of a safe generator setup. It isolates your home from the utility line when the generator is running, which protects your equipment and prevents backfeed that can endanger utility workers. We install automatic transfer switches that start and switch over on their own, or manual switches for a more basic setup, wired to the specific circuits you want covered. Done right, the switchover is safe, clean, and automatic.
Generator Services We Provide
- Standby (whole-home) generator electrical installation
- Backup generator connections and wiring
- Automatic and manual transfer switch installation
- Dedicated circuits for essential systems
- Panel and subpanel work for generator integration
- Generator hookups for well pumps, HVAC, and refrigeration
- Load evaluation to size the backup correctly
What Can It Power?
That depends on the generator size and how it’s set up. Whole-home standby units can carry most or all of a home’s circuits, while a smaller backup can be wired to cover just the essentials, well pump, refrigeration, HVAC, and key outlets and lighting. We look at your actual load and help make sure the generator and the backed-up circuits are matched, so nothing overloads when the system kicks in during an outage.
What to Expect
We start by looking at what you want to keep running and evaluating the load, then plan the transfer switch, circuits, and connections around it. All electrical work is completed to code with proper protection and secure connections, and we coordinate permits and inspections where they apply. We test the switchover to confirm it operates correctly and safely before we finish. As licensed, insured Texas electricians, we handle the generator’s electrical integration so it works when you need it. If you’re supplying and setting the generator unit itself, we handle the safe electrical connection and controls.
Testimonials
Homeowners and businesses throughout the Hill Country trust us for dependable electrical solutions. Read what our customers say about working with Texas Highlands Electric.
Ready for Reliable Backup Power?
Tell us what you want to keep running and we’ll help you set it up right. Contact our team today or call 830-431-4530.
Generator Installation FAQs
What's the difference between a standby and a portable/backup setup?
A standby generator is permanently installed and can start automatically during an outage, while a smaller backup is wired to cover essential circuits. We handle the electrical side of both.
Do I need a transfer switch?
Yes. A transfer switch is essential for safety. It isolates your home from the utility line when the generator runs, protecting your equipment and preventing dangerous backfeed.
What will a generator keep running during an outage?
It depends on the generator size and setup. Whole-home units can carry most circuits; a smaller backup is typically wired for essentials like the well pump, refrigeration, HVAC, and key lighting.
Do generator installations need a permit?
Often, yes, depending on jurisdiction. We coordinate permit and inspection requirements where they apply so the install is properly signed off.
Can you connect a generator I already bought?
Yes. We handle the electrical integration, transfer switch, connections, and circuits, to tie your generator in safely and correctly.