Generator Installation in Cape Coral and Southwest Florida

Generac standby generators • Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Naples & All of SW Florida • Licensed & Permitted

Never Lose Power During a Southwest Florida Storm

Southwest Florida is paradise — but it also sits squarely in hurricane country. Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Sanibel, and Naples are regularly impacted by tropical storms and hurricanes that knock out utility power for hours, days, or longer. A Generac whole-home standby generator is built to keep the circuits you rely on running through an outage.

Installed permanently outside your home and connected to your natural gas or LP supply, a Generac generator monitors utility power 24/7. The moment it detects an outage, it starts automatically — restoring power to your entire home in under 10 seconds, without any action on your part. Your A/C keeps running. Your food stays cold. Your medical equipment stays powered. Your security system stays armed.

ElectriciansX handles the complete installation — site assessment, permits, concrete pad, gas coordination, panel connection, and final inspection. We install Guardian Series 22kW, 24kW, and 26kW generators for most homes, and 80kW and 125kW commercial-grade units for larger estates.

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Generator Models We Install

We size every generator to match your home’s actual electrical load — from a modest family home to a large estate on 400-amp service.

Generac Guardian 22kW Standby Generator

Generac Guardian 22kW

Most popular choice for homes up to about 2,500 sq ft on standard 200-amp service. It can carry the circuits a typical home that size needs, including air conditioning. It does not run every breaker at full load at once.

Generac Guardian 24kW Standby Generator

Generac Guardian 24kW

Ideal for 2,500–3,500 sq ft homes with multiple A/C units, a pool pump, or higher overall demand. Whole-home coverage on 200A service.

Generac Guardian 26kW Standby Generator

Generac Guardian 26kW

For larger homes 3,500–5,000 sq ft with high electrical demands. We size it from a load calculation so it carries the circuits you need most.

Generac 80kW Standby Generator

Generac 80kW

For large estates and homes with 320–400A service panels. Complete whole-home power for the largest residential properties in Naples, Bonita Springs, and beyond.

Generac 125kW Standby Generator

Generac 125kW

The largest unit in this range, for estates and commercial properties on 400-amp or larger service. It is not unlimited power, and it does not run every breaker at full load at once. We size it from a load calculation.

Generac Automatic Transfer Switch 200A

Automatic Transfer Switch

Every installation includes a properly sized ATS. Detects outages within seconds and transfers your home to generator power automatically — no action required.

Our Generator Installation Process

From the first phone call to final commissioning — a clear, fully managed process with no surprises.

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Step 1

Free Site Assessment

We visit your home, evaluate your panel, gas supply, and determine the right generator size for your exact load.

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Step 2

Permit & Planning

We pull the required permit with your local building department before a single tool is unpacked.

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Step 3

Pad & Placement

Concrete pad poured, Generac unit set per code setback requirements. Clean, professional install from day one.

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Step 4

Transfer Switch & Panel Wiring

The ATS is installed and wired to your main panel. It detects an outage and transfers power to your generator in under 10 seconds — automatically.

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Step 5

Inspection & Commissioning

County inspector signs off. We commission the system, run a full load test, and walk you through every control before we leave.

Generator Installation Service Areas

We install Generac generators throughout Lee and Collier counties. Click your city for a dedicated local page.

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Generator Installation FAQs

How much does a Generac generator installation cost in Southwest Florida?

We provide free, itemized estimates with no obligation.

How long does a whole-home generator installation take?

Most residential Generac generator installations in Cape Coral and Fort Myers take 1–2 days for the physical installation, plus several days for permit processing before we begin. Total project time from contract to final inspection is typically 2–4 weeks.

What size Generac generator do I need for my Southwest Florida home?

For most Cape Coral and Fort Myers homes under 2,500 sq ft on 200A service, a 22kW Generac Guardian is sufficient. Larger homes (3,500+ sq ft) or those with multiple A/C units should consider the 24kW or 26kW. Homes over 400A service may need our 80kW or 125kW commercial models. We size every generator based on a free load calculation at your home.

Does a generator installation require a permit in Cape Coral and Lee County?

Yes — all standby generator installations require an electrical permit from the City of Cape Coral or Lee County Building Department. ElectriciansX handles all permit applications, inspections, and final sign-offs on your behalf.

Can I run my whole home on a 22kW Generac generator?

Not every circuit at once. A 22 kW Generac Guardian can carry the circuits a typical smaller 200-amp home needs, including air conditioning, through the transfer switch. It does not run every breaker at full load at once. For most homes under about 2,500 square feet, 22 kW is the usual fit. Larger homes, or a home with more than one air conditioner, should look at 24 kW or 26 kW. We size every generator from a load calculation.

What fuel does a Generac standby generator use?

Generac Guardian series generators run on natural gas (preferred where available) or liquid propane (LP). In Cape Coral and Fort Myers where TECO/FPL natural gas service is available, we typically connect to your existing gas line. In areas without natural gas, we work with your LP supplier to size and install an appropriately sized propane tank.

Portable Generator Connection Services

Safe, permitted inlet connections for portable generators — an affordable alternative to a full standby system.

50-Amp Generator Inlet (NEMA 14-50)

For portable generators up to 12,500 watts. Interlock kit, weatherproof inlet box, permit and inspection included.

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30-Amp Generator Inlet (NEMA L14-30)

For portable generators up to 7,500 watts. Interlock kit, weatherproof inlet box, permit and inspection included.

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