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Generators & Backup Power
Finlayson Electric installs and services standby and portable generators so your home stays powered — no matter what New England throws at you.
Ice storms, nor’easters, summer thunderstorms — the New England grid takes a beating every year. For most homeowners, a power outage means inconvenience. For others, it means spoiled food, a cold house, medical equipment going dark, or a sump pump that can’t keep up with a flooded basement.
A properly installed backup generator changes all of that. Your home stays on. Your family stays comfortable. And you don’t spend three days waiting for the utility company to restore power to your street.
At Finlayson Electric, we handle the full installation — from selecting the right unit for your home’s needs to running the electrical connections, installing the transfer switch, and making sure everything is up to code before we leave.
What's Included
Full Generator SInstallation & Service .
Standby Generator Installation
A standby generator is permanently installed outside your home and kicks on automatically within seconds of a power outage — no action required from you. We handle site assessment, electrical connection, transfer switch installation, and code-compliant permitting from start to finish.
Portable Generator Hookup & Transfer Switch Installation
Already have a portable generator? We install a proper transfer switch so you can connect it safely — without backfeeding the grid or overloading your panel.
Generator Sizing & Consultation
Not sure what size generator you need? We assess your home's electrical load and help you choose the right unit — whether you want to power your whole home or just the essentials.
Panel Integration
We connect your generator directly to your electrical panel so power is distributed safely and correctly throughout your home during an outage.
Load Management Setup
For whole-home systems, we set up load management so your generator runs efficiently — prioritizing the circuits that matter most.
Annual Maintenance & Service
A generator you never test is a generator that might not start when you need it. We offer maintenance and service visits to keep your system ready year-round.
It's Not Just About Comfort.
A backup generator protects more than your convenience — here’s what’s really at stake during an extended outage:
Protect Your Home
Sump pumps, heating systems, and security systems all go dark during an outage. A generator keeps your home's critical systems running — preventing flooding, frozen pipes, and security gaps.
Protect Your Food & Appliances
A full refrigerator and freezer can mean hundreds of dollars in spoiled food after just one extended outage. Backup power eliminates that risk entirely.
Support Medical Needs
For households with medical equipment — CPAP machines, oxygen concentrators, refrigerated medications — a power outage isn't just inconvenient. It's dangerous.
Increase Home Value
A permanently installed standby generator is a genuine selling point in New England. Buyers in NH and MA recognize the value — especially in areas prone to extended outages.
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Give us a call today for a free estimate. We’d love to help keep your home’s electrical system safe and up to code.