Whole house standby & Generac generator installs for homes and businesses in Colfax, NC. Trusted local electricians, upfront pricing and same-day scheduling available.
Looking for a backup generator electrician in Colfax? C E Barton Electric handles the complete electrical side of your standby generator installation: automatic transfer switch, load management, dedicated circuits and utility coordination. We work with Generac, Kohler, Briggs & Stratton and Cummins systems.
We serve Colfax and nearby communities such as Cofield, Coinjock, Colerain and Collettsville. Because our electricians work in Colfax every week, we know the local permit process, the common wiring styles found in the area's homes and the utility requirements that affect generator installation projects.
We price by the job, not the hour. After a quick on-site evaluation, your electrician explains your options — good, better and best where applicable — and gives you a clear total. Many Colfax customers are surprised how affordable professional generator installation can be. Call (888) 592-6466 for a quote.
“Replaced every two-prong outlet in our older home with grounded ones. Great communication and fair pricing.”
“Three-phase power for new equipment in our shop. They coordinated with the utility and had us running on time.”
“Our restaurant kitchen kept tripping breakers during the dinner rush. They added dedicated circuits over two nights and we've had zero issues since.”
A portable generator with a properly installed transfer switch and inlet is a safe, lower-cost option. Never backfeed a generator through a dryer outlet — it is dangerous to you and to utility workers.
Yes. Generac is the most popular brand we install in Colfax, NC, and we also install Kohler, Cummins and Briggs & Stratton systems.
Most standby generator electrical installations in Colfax are completed in one to two days once the pad and fuel line are in place.
Installed cost varies with generator size, distance from the panel and fuel source. We provide a complete quote covering the electrical installation, transfer switch and permits. Call (888) 592-6466.
It depends on what you want to run. A 14–22 kW air-cooled unit covers most Colfax homes; larger homes or those running multiple HVAC systems may need a liquid-cooled unit. We perform a load calculation before recommending a size.
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