Generator Installation in Orlando, FL
Secure your home against hurricane season outages with a whole-house standby generator from Spectrum Electric. Keep your A/C running and your family safe automatically.
Secure your home against hurricane season outages with a whole-house standby generator from Spectrum Electric. Keep your A/C running and your family safe automatically.
Schedule your generator installation with our licensed electricians.
Living in Central Florida means dealing with one inevitable reality: the power will go out. Between the daily summer thunderstorms and the six-month Atlantic hurricane season (June 1 through November 30), our grid takes a beating.
When a major storm hits Orlando, restoration can take days or even weeks. In a home without power, the indoor temperature can climb above 90 degrees within 24 hours, putting your family's health and your home's interior at risk. A standby generator isn't just a luxury; it preserves your food, keeps your security system online, and ensures your air conditioning battles the humidity so you don't have to.
Safety and Carbon Monoxide
Portable generators must be set up manually, often in the wind and rain. Tragically, improper use, like running them in a garage or too close to an open window, is a leading cause of carbon monoxide poisoning after storms. A standby unit stays permanently installed outside, just like your central A/C unit, minimizing this risk.
You cannot simply plug a portable generator into a wall outlet to power your house. This causes "backfeed," which sends electricity back onto the utility lines. This is incredibly dangerous and can electrocute utility workers trying to repair the grid. Our standby installations include a professional transfer switch that physically disconnects your home from the grid before the generator kicks in, ensuring 100% safety.
A standby generator detects a power outage instantly. Within 10 to 20 seconds, it automatically turns on and switches your home to backup power. You don't need to be home, you don't need to haul gasoline, and you don't need to run extension cords through a cracked window.
Covers your critical circuits. You can run your refrigerator, lights, Wi-Fi, and typically one central A/C unit (often with a "soft starter" installed). Great for budget-conscious homeowners who want safety and basic comfort.
The most common size for the average Orlando home. It powers high-demand appliances like electric water heaters and dryers, though you may need to avoid running everything simultaneously.
If you have a larger home, a pool pump, multiple A/C units, or simply want to live life exactly as normal during an outage, this tier provides the necessary power.
We visit your property to calculate your electrical load and determine the best location for the unit.
We file all necessary electrical and plumbing permits with the City of Orlando, Orange County, or your local municipality.
We pour a concrete or composite pad, mount the generator, and install the automatic transfer switch.
We coordinate with licensed plumbers to connect your unit to your existing natural gas line or install a buried propane tank if you don't have gas.
We perform a simulated outage to ensure the system engages exactly as designed.
We are proud to install Generac, America's #1 selling home standby generator brand. Generac units are preferred by 8 out of 10 homeowners because they're reliable, parts are easy to find, and their customer support is available 24/7/365.
We also install and service other top-tier brands including Kohler, Briggs & Stratton, Cummins, and Champion.
Looking for more information about Generac whole home generators? Visit our Whole Home Generators page to learn about sizing, features, and why 8 out of 10 homeowners choose Generac.
Find answers to common questions about generator installation, including system types, sizing, permitting, installation timelines, and how a generator keeps your home powered during outages.
Still have questions?Spectrum Electric (License #EC13008455) serves homeowners across Central Florida and surrounding areas.
The best time to install a generator is before the storm track points toward Florida. Secure your place on our schedule today.