BACKUP POWER FOR HOMES & BUSINESSES
Backup Generator Installation in Toronto & the GTA
E-Tech Masters provides backup generator installation for homes and businesses across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. As an ESA Licensed Electrical Contractor #7012823, we help property owners plan the electrical requirements for a reliable backup power solution.
Residential & Commercial Backup Generator Installation
A backup generator can provide an additional source of power when utility service is interrupted. Choosing and installing the right system requires careful consideration of the property’s electrical requirements, the equipment location and the installation plan.
E-Tech Masters provides residential and commercial backup generator installation as part of our electrical services throughout Toronto and the GTA. Our team can discuss your needs, review the electrical requirements of the property and help plan an appropriate installation.
Residential Backup Generator Installation
For homes, backup power planning is based on the electrical loads the homeowner wants available during an outage, from selected essential circuits such as heating, refrigeration, lighting and sump pumps to broader coverage for more of the home.
Commercial Backup Generator Installation
For businesses and commercial properties, the backup generator electrical installation is planned around the property’s electrical system and the loads that need backup power. Requirements depend on which equipment and systems the business needs available when utility power is interrupted.
Our Backup Generator Installation Process
Consultation
Tell us about your property, your backup power needs and what you would like to keep powered during an outage.
Electrical Assessment
The electrical requirements of the property and the proposed generator installation are reviewed before the installation is planned.
Installation Planning
The installation is planned around the property, electrical system and selected backup power solution.
Professional Installation
The electrical work is completed by E-Tech Masters as an ESA licensed electrical contractor serving Toronto and the GTA.
Planning the Right Backup Power Solution
Planning a backup generator installation starts with determining which electrical loads need backup power. For many GTA homes, that list includes heating equipment, refrigeration, lighting, sump pumps and other important household electrical loads.
From there, property owners generally choose between two approaches:
- Selected essential loads – power is supplied to selected essential circuits only, such as a home’s furnace, fridge, sump pump and key lighting.
- Broader or whole-home backup – the system is planned to support more of the property’s electrical loads during an outage.
For commercial properties, requirements depend on the electrical loads the business needs available during an outage.
In every case, generator requirements depend on the electrical loads that need to operate during an outage, so identifying those loads comes first. A consultation helps review the property’s electrical requirements before any work begins.
Your Power Needs
Identify the appliances, systems and electrical loads that are most important during an outage.
Your Electrical System
The existing electrical setup is considered when planning the backup generator installation.
Installation Location
The property and proposed equipment location are considered as part of the installation planning process.
Automatic Transfer Switches and Backup Power
A transfer switch sits between the utility supply and the backup power source, keeping the two separated so generator power and utility power are not connected to the property’s wiring at the same time.
An automatic transfer switch can transfer the electrical load to the generator when utility power is interrupted, and back again when utility service returns. Configurations differ from one installation to another; the right setup depends on the property’s electrical system and the loads intended for backup, so it should be planned as part of the overall installation.
What Affects Backup Generator Installation Cost?
Every installation is different, so backup generator installation cost can vary from one property to another. Common factors include:
- The electrical loads you want to back up
- The generator capacity required for those loads
- Your existing electrical panel and system
- The transfer-switch configuration
- The installation location
- The overall complexity of the electrical work
For a closer look at budgeting, read our guide to backup generator installation cost in Toronto, or request a free consultation to discuss your property.
Why Choose E-Tech Masters?
ESA Licensed Electrical Contractor
ESA Licensed Electrical Contractor #7012823.
Serving the GTA Since 2016
Providing residential and commercial electrical services across the Greater Toronto Area since 2016.
100% Canadian
E-Tech Masters is a 100% Canadian electrical contractor.
Residential & Commercial Experience
Backup generator installation is part of our residential and commercial electrical services across the GTA.
Electrical Safety and ESA Requirements
Generator electrical work connects a second power source to a property’s electrical system, so it must comply with applicable electrical safety requirements. E-Tech Masters is ESA Licensed Electrical Contractor #7012823.
Depending on the scope of the work, electrical installations in Ontario may be subject to applicable notification and inspection requirements.
Backup Generator Installation Across Toronto & the GTA
E-Tech Masters serves homeowners and businesses across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area.
- Toronto
- Mississauga
- Burlington
- Richmond Hill
- Vaughan
- Pickering
- Newmarket
- Oakville
- Uxbridge
- Lake Simcoe
- Bridle Path
Backup Generator Guides & Resources
Learn more about backup generator installation, planning and costs through our backup generator resources.
Backup Generator Installation FAQs
What should I consider before installing a backup generator?
Consider which electrical loads you want available during an outage, the electrical requirements of your home and where the equipment may be installed. A professional assessment can help determine the installation requirements.
Can a backup generator power an entire home?
Backup power requirements vary by home and by the electrical loads the homeowner wants to support. The appropriate system should be planned around the property’s electrical requirements and desired backup coverage.
Do you install backup generators in Toronto?
Yes. E-Tech Masters provides backup generator installation services in Toronto and across the Greater Toronto Area.
Do you provide backup generator installation outside Toronto?
Yes. E-Tech Masters serves communities throughout the Greater Toronto Area, including Mississauga, Burlington, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Pickering, Newmarket, Oakville and Uxbridge, as well as other areas we serve.
What is a transfer switch for a backup generator?
A transfer switch separates the backup power source from the utility supply. An automatic transfer switch can move the electrical load to the generator when utility power is interrupted. The configuration should be planned around the property’s electrical system and the loads you want to back up.
How do I know what size backup generator I need?
Generator requirements depend on the electrical loads that need to operate during an outage. Start by listing the equipment you want powered, such as heating, refrigeration, lighting and sump pumps. A professional assessment of the property’s electrical requirements helps determine what is needed.
What affects the cost of backup generator installation?
Cost depends on factors such as the loads you want to back up, the generator capacity required, your existing electrical panel, the transfer-switch configuration, the installation location and the complexity of the electrical work.
Does a backup generator have to power the entire home?
No. Some homeowners choose to back up selected essential circuits, while others plan for broader or whole-home coverage. The right approach depends on which loads you need during an outage.
Do you install backup generators for commercial properties?
Yes. E-Tech Masters provides backup generator electrical installation for businesses and commercial properties across Toronto and the GTA, planned around the property’s electrical system and the loads that need backup power.
How do I get started?
Contact E-Tech Masters for a free consultation to discuss your property and backup power requirements.
Plan Your Backup Generator Installation
Talk with E-Tech Masters about backup power for your home or business in Toronto or the GTA.
