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Home Generator Installation Cost Calculator
Answer a few questions to see a localized price range and a clear cost breakdown.
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Estimated Range
$10,925 - $13,225
Typical estimate: $11,500 ยท Labor factor 1.00
Recommended size: 17 - 24 kW (typical 20 kW)
Equipment$6,500
Transfer switch (ATS)$1,200
Electrical$2,000
Panel upgrade$700
Fuel setup$0
Permitting$350
Pad & site prep$750
Assumptions
- Assumes a standard residential install with permits and a transfer switch.
- Distance adjustments apply beyond a 50 ft baseline run.
- Not sure selections use mid-range allowances for site prep and panel work.
Your estimate
Low
$10,925
Typical
$11,500
High
$13,225
Example estimate based on a 1,500 - 3,000 sq ft home with natural gas.
Recommended size: 17 - 24 kW.
Cost breakdown
Equipment$6,500
Transfer switch (ATS)$1,200
Electrical$2,000
Panel upgrade$700
Fuel setup$0
Permitting$350
Pad & site prep$750
Assumptions
- Assumes a standard residential install with permits and a transfer switch.
- Distance adjustments apply beyond a 50 ft baseline run.
- Not sure selections use mid-range allowances for site prep and panel work.
What affects installed price?
- Local labor rates and permit requirements
- Fuel source availability and line length
- Electrical panel upgrades and transfer switch type
- Site prep complexity (pads, trenching, access)
FAQ
Is this calculator local to my city?
Yes. We adjust labor factors by city and apply permitting assumptions.
Does the quote include installation?
The range includes equipment, labor, and basic fuel setup assumptions.