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When a Texas storm or grid strain knocks out power, a standby generator keeps your heat, cooling, refrigeration, and medical equipment running without a thought. Neighbors Electric installs whole-home standby generators across Fort Worth and the greater Dallas / Fort Worth metroplex, sizing the unit to your home and wiring an automatic transfer switch so the changeover happens on its own.

Why Fort Worth trusts Neighbors Electric

After the hard freezes and summer grid alerts of recent years, homeowners in Fort Worth, Mansfield, and Cedar Hill want backup power they do not have to think about. We size honestly, explain fuel options, and handle the electrical side from the transfer switch to the final connection.

Technical expertise and diagnostics

We calculate the load the generator must carry and select a unit that matches it, then install an automatic transfer switch wired per NEC Article 702 for optional standby systems. Grounding and bonding follow NEC Article 250, and we coordinate the placement to meet clearance and code requirements. We confirm the install with a clamp meter under load and a multimeter for transfer timing and voltage.

Signs you need whole-home generator installation

• Repeated outages that spoil food or shut down a home office
• Medical equipment that cannot tolerate a loss of power
• A well pump or sump pump that must keep running during storms
• A desire for automatic backup rather than a portable generator and extension cords
• An all-electric home where an outage means no heat or hot water

Our process

1. Load assessment to size the generator and transfer switch
2. Recommend fuel type and confirm placement and clearances
3. Pull electrical permit and coordinate with the gas fitter where applicable
4. Set the unit, install the automatic transfer switch, and wire it in
5. Commission the system and run a transfer test under load

How we verify the work

We test the automatic transfer by simulating an outage, confirm the generator starts and assumes load within the rated time, verify it transfers back cleanly when utility power returns, and check voltage and grounding under load.

Why professional service matters

A generator that backfeeds the grid endangers utility workers, and an improperly grounded or undersized installation can damage appliances and the generator itself. The transfer switch is the safety heart of the system. This is licensed, permitted work for good reason. Learn more from the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Why choose Neighbors Electric

Neighbors Electric handles the electrical scope of your standby generator with licensed Texas electricians, permits, and a tested handoff. We serve Fort Worth and the wider metroplex, and we are available around the clock when the power goes out.

Ready to schedule?

Call Neighbors Electric at 817-533-0943 for whole-home generator installation in Fort Worth and across the DFW metroplex. Licensed electricians, clear pricing, and the neighbors you can count on. 24-hour service available.

Frequently asked questions

What size generator do I need for my home?

It depends on what you want to run. A whole-home unit carries everything, while a smaller unit can cover essentials like HVAC, refrigeration, and key circuits. We size it from an actual load assessment.

What is an automatic transfer switch?

It is the device that detects an outage, disconnects your home from the grid, and brings the generator online automatically, then switches back when utility power returns. It also prevents dangerous backfeed to the grid.

Do you install the gas line too?

We handle the electrical scope. Fuel connections for natural gas or propane are coordinated with a licensed gas fitter, and we sequence the work so everything comes together.

Do I need a permit for a standby generator?

Yes, the electrical work requires a permit and inspection in the DFW jurisdictions we serve, and there may be additional permits for fuel and placement. We manage the electrical permit.

How often does a standby generator need service?

Manufacturers recommend periodic maintenance and most units run a weekly self-test. We can walk you through the maintenance schedule for your model at handoff.

Can a generator power my whole house including AC?

Yes, when it is sized for that load. Central air conditioning has a high startup draw, so we account for it in the sizing rather than discovering it during the first outage.

What happens during a power outage with a standby generator?

The transfer switch senses the outage and starts the generator automatically, usually within seconds. Your selected circuits stay powered until utility service returns.