Standby Generator Installation in York & Central PA
Power That Stays On When the Grid Goes Down.
A whole-home standby generator automatically restores power when an outage hits, helping keep your lights, HVAC, refrigerator, sump pump, medical equipment, and other essentials running.
Yorktowne is a Certified Generac Installer and Service Provider, so we can help you choose the right system, install it safely, and make sure your home is ready when the power goes out.
Ready Before the Next Outage.Is a Standby Generator Right for Your Home?
Power outages are inconvenient. For some homes, they can also mean flooded basements, frozen pipes, spoiled food, lost heat or cooling, and disrupted medical or work-from-home equipment.
A standby generator may make sense if:
Your area experiences frequent or extended outages
You rely on a sump pump or well pump
You want your heating or cooling system to remain operational
You work from home and need reliable power
Someone in your household relies on powered medical equipment
You want to keep refrigerators, freezers, lighting, and other essentials running
You prefer automatic backup power instead of setting up a portable generator during an outage
You're planning other electrical upgrades and want to prepare your home for future power needs
Backup Power Without the Setup.
A standby generator monitors your home's power automatically. When utility power is lost, the system starts and transfers your selected electrical loads to generator power.
When utility service returns, it switches back and shuts itself down.
No extension cords. No hauling equipment outside. No waiting until the outage starts to figure out what to do.
Power outages are easier to handle when your backup system is already in place.
Schedule a standby generator consultation at 717-578-3633.
What to Expect
We start by looking at your home, electrical service, and the equipment you want to keep running. Then we'll help you determine the right generator and installation plan.
- Home & Power AssessmentWe look at your home, electrical service, and which systems or appliances you want backed up.
- Generator Sizing & RecommendationsWe help determine the right generator capacity based on your actual needs.
- Installation & CoordinationWe plan placement, transfer equipment, permitting, inspections, and the electrical work required for installation.
- Testing & WalkthroughOnce installed, we test the system and show you how it works so you know what to expect during an outage.
More Than Backup Power.Your Generator Is Part of a Bigger Electrical System.
Installing a standby generator isn't just about placing equipment outside your home.
Your electrical panel, service capacity, transfer equipment, generator size, and the systems you want to power all need to work together.
Because Yorktowne handles electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and home services under one roof, we can look at your backup-power needs as part of your entire home – not as a standalone piece of equipment.
Planning an EV charger, electrical panel upgrade, HVAC replacement, or other major home improvement? We can help make sure those projects work together instead of being planned separately.
Why Yorktowne?Certified Installation. Whole-Home Expertise.
- Certified Generac Installer & Service Provider. We install and support Generac whole-home standby generator systems.
- Journeyman electricians do the work. Your generator becomes part of your home's electrical system, so proper installation matters.
- Properly sized for your home. We evaluate what you want to keep powered and recommend a system based on your actual needs.
Backed & Affordable.
A standby generator is a significant home investment, and we'll help you understand the project before work begins.
Free estimates are available for qualifying generator installation projects.
Financing is available through multiple lenders, including several 0% financing options for qualified homeowners.
Available warranty coverage depends on the generator system and qualifying installation.
See financing optionsStandby Generator Questions, Answered.
How does a standby generator work?
A standby generator monitors utility power to your home. When an outage is detected, the generator starts automatically and a transfer switch moves designated electrical loads to generator power. When utility power returns, the system switches back automatically.
What size standby generator do I need?
Generator size depends on which appliances and systems you want to operate during an outage, along with your home's electrical demand. Yorktowne evaluates your needs and recommends a properly sized system rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all answer.
Can a generator power my whole house?
Depending on the generator size and your home's electrical needs, a standby generator may be designed to power the entire home or selected essential circuits. We'll help you determine which approach makes the most sense for your household.
Do standby generators turn on automatically?
Yes. A properly installed standby generator automatically detects an outage, starts, and transfers power without requiring you to be home.
Do I need a transfer switch?
Yes. A standby generator system uses transfer equipment to safely separate your home from utility power and transfer electrical loads to the generator during an outage.
Do you install Generac generators?
Yes. Yorktowne is a Certified Generac Installer and Service Provider and installs whole-home standby generator systems throughout Central Pennsylvania.
Do you handle permits for generator installation?
Yes. Yorktowne handles the electrical permitting and inspection process required for qualifying generator installations.
Can I finance a standby generator?
Financing is available through multiple lenders, including several 0% financing options for qualified homeowners.
Ready for Power You Can Count On?
Don't wait until the next outage to think about backup power.
We'll evaluate your home, explain your options, and help you choose a standby generator that's properly sized for the way you want to live during an outage.