Backup Power, Done Properly
From sizing to install to service — automatic whole-home backup power.
The Triangle's Standby Power Specialists
Storms, hurricanes, and grid failures don't warn you — and a dark house with no heat, no fridge, and no medical equipment is more than an inconvenience. Standby Power Co has spent 17 years making sure Raleigh-area homes never face that. We size your generator with a real load calculation, coordinate the gas and the permit, install an automatic transfer switch, and test the whole system — so when the power drops, yours comes back in seconds, on its own.
- ✓Real load calculations, right-sized systems
- ✓Automatic transfer — no cords, no waiting
- ✓Gas hookup and permits handled for you
- ✓17 years, 4,100+ generators installed
What Happens When the Power Goes Out
The Grid Drops
A storm, a downed line, or a rolling outage cuts your power — day or night, whether you're home or not.
The Transfer Switch Senses It
Within seconds, the automatic transfer switch detects the outage and signals your generator to start.
Your Home Comes Back On
The generator powers up and restores your home — lights, HVAC, fridge, medical equipment — automatically.
It Switches Back
When the grid returns, the system switches back and the generator shuts down and resets — no action needed.
From Quote to Ready
Turnkey from first call to final test.
Free Assessment
We visit, do a load calculation, and recommend the right-sized generator and transfer switch for your home.
Upfront Flat Quote
A clear, flat price — generator, transfer switch, pad, gas, and permits all spelled out. No surprises.
Turnkey Install
One crew handles the electrical, the gas hookup, the pad, and the permit — clean and coordinated.
Test & Hand-Off
We test the full system, simulate an outage, and walk you through it — then you're covered, automatically.
Triangle Homes, Always Powered
Triangle Homeowners on Standby Power Co
After a hurricane knocked out our power for four days last year, we swore never again. Standby Power Co sized a whole-home generator for our house, handled the gas hookup and the permit, and installed an automatic transfer switch — so now when the grid drops, our lights, fridge, and AC come back in seconds without us doing a thing. During the last outage the whole street was dark except us. Worth every dollar for the peace of mind.
Standby did a proper load calculation and recommended the right-sized generator instead of overselling us. Clean install, automatic transfer switch, and they coordinated the gas and permit start to finish. When the power went out during a storm, it kicked on before we even noticed. Exactly what we wanted.
Professional from the quote to the final test. They walked us through how the automatic transfer works, showed us the maintenance schedule, and the crew was tidy and respectful. Our medical equipment can't lose power, and now it never will. Deeply reassuring.
Never Sit in the Dark Again
Get a free assessment and a clear, flat quote for automatic whole-home backup power from the Triangle's specialists.
Peace of Mind, Fully Automatic
The best backup power is the kind you never have to think about. No hauling a portable generator out in the storm, no extension cords through the window, no scramble for gas cans. With an automatic standby system, your home simply stays on — the fridge keeps running, the heat stays on, the sump pump keeps working, and anyone who depends on medical equipment stays safe. You'll often find out there was an outage only when a neighbor mentions theirs.
- ✓No cords, no manual starting, no gas cans
- ✓Keeps HVAC, fridge, sump pump, and medical gear running
- ✓Protects your home whether you're there or away
- ✓Runs automatically, day or night
Standby Generator FAQs
What size generator do I need?
It depends on your home and what you want to keep running — the whole house, or just essentials like HVAC, fridge, and medical equipment. We do a real load calculation to size it correctly, so you're not oversold a unit that's too big or stuck with one that's too small. You'll get our honest recommendation before any work.
Does it really turn on automatically?
Yes. An automatic transfer switch constantly monitors your power. The moment the grid drops, it starts your generator and switches your home over — usually within seconds — with no action from you, even if you're asleep or away. When the grid returns, it switches back and shuts the generator down.
Do you handle the gas hookup and permits?
We do — it's a turnkey install. We coordinate the natural gas or propane connection, pull the electrical and any required permits, pour or set the pad, and install the transfer switch. One crew handles the whole project so you're not chasing multiple contractors.
How often does a standby generator need service?
Typically once a year, plus periodic self-tests it runs on its own. A generator only helps if it starts when you need it, so we offer maintenance plans that test, service, and inspect it — checking oil, filters, battery, and the transfer switch — so it's always ready.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — Standby Power Co is a licensed North Carolina electrical contractor (#U-31882) and fully insured. Backup generators involve electrical and fuel work that must be permitted and done to code, so licensed, insured installation is essential for your safety and your warranty.
Get a Free Generator Estimate
Tell us about your home and what you want to keep running. We'll size the right system, handle the gas and permits, and give you a clear, flat quote — turnkey.
- Visit usRaleigh, NC 27601
- Call us(919) 555-0163
- Email usinfo@standbypowerco.com