Power outages happen—but with a professionally installed backup generator, your home doesn’t have to go dark. Avant Electric Inc specializes in Backup Generator Installation San Jose and Sunnyvale, offering turnkey solutions to keep your lights, appliances, and essential systems running during blackouts. With over 80 Kohler and Generac generators installed across the South Bay, we’re the trusted experts in reliable, whole-home backup power.

Why Install a Backup Generator for Your Home?

Reliable Power During Outages

Wildfires, grid failures, and extreme weather can take out your power for hours—or days. A standby generator automatically powers your home when the grid goes down.

Protect Essential Systems

Keep refrigerators, security systems, medical equipment, sump pumps, and home offices running without interruption.

Increase Home Value and Peace of Mind

Homes with backup power solutions are more attractive to buyers and offer added security during emergencies.

Why Choose Avant Electric Inc for Generator Installation?

Over 80 Generator Installations in the South Bay

We’ve installed Kohler, Generac, and Briggs & Stratton systems across San Jose, Sunnyvale, and surrounding areas—each tailored to our clients’ power needs.

Turnkey Service From Permits to Final Inspection

We handle everything: site evaluation, permits, gas line coordination, wiring, transfer switch installation, and testing.

Licensed, Bonded & Insured for Whole-Home Systems

We’re fully licensed under CSLB License #1045987 and experienced in both residential and light commercial generator installs.

Surge Protection & Load Management Experts

In addition to generator setup, we install whole-house surge protection and load-shedding systems for optimal safety and performance.

Our Generator Installation Process

Step 1 – In-Home Power Assessment

We evaluate your home’s electrical load, square footage, and essential circuits to recommend the best generator size and brand.
Call (408) 688-1546 to schedule your free assessment today!

Step 2 – Generator Selection & Site Planning

Choose from top models by Kohler or Generac. We assess placement, gas line access, and install requirements.

Step 3 – Installation & Transfer Switch Integration

Our electricians install the unit, automatic transfer switch, and any necessary surge protectors or load balancers.

Step 4 – Final Testing, Inspection & Training

We test the generator under simulated outage conditions and walk you through operation, maintenance, and system monitoring.
Protect your home from outages—call now to get started!

Generator Types and Brands We Install

• Kohler residential standby generators

   

• Generac home backup systems

   

• Whole-home and essential circuit-only setups

   

• Liquid propane or natural gas units

   

• Automatic transfer switches (ATS)

   

Testimonials From South Bay Homeowners

“Avant Electric installed a 22kW Generac and the whole process was flawless. They coordinated permits and gas work and made it super easy.” – Victor S., San Jose

“Highly recommend! Brian and the team installed our Kohler generator in two days. It kicked on automatically during our last outage.” – Denise R., Sunnyvale

Transparent Pricing Information

Generator installation pricing varies by system size and install complexity:

• Whole-home backup generators: $8,500 – $15,000 installed

   

• Essential circuit systems: Starting at $6,500

   

• Includes permits, ATS, surge protection, and full system test

   

Call (408) 688-1546 for a personalized quote and backup power consultation!

Our Credentials & Generator Expertise

• CSLB License #1045987

   

• 80+ Generac and Kohler installs

   

• Bonded & Insured in California

   

• Local experience with San Jose & Sunnyvale city permits

   

• Surge protection and load management included in installs

   

Keep the Lights On With a Trusted Local Electrician

Call Avant Electric Inc at (408) 688-1546 to schedule your backup generator installation today.
We’re here to ensure your home stays powered, safe, and connected—no matter what.