Keep Your Home Powered During Outages

Install Whole Home Standby Generators in Marcellus And The Surrounding Areas

In Marcellus, Skaneateles, Onondaga, and the surrounding areas, power outages are a common occurrence, especially during Upstate NY winters.


Colman Electric provides comprehensive generator services, ensuring your home remains powered during storms. Our whole-home standby generators offer peace of mind, quietly humming to keep your lights, fridge, and heat running. We offer turnkey service, including site preparation, electrical hookup, and thorough testing to ensure safety and reliability.


Our services include portable generator hook-ups and transfer switch installation, providing flexible solutions for any home. With Colman Electric, you can count on reliable backup power for essential systems, keeping your family safe and comfortable during unexpected outages.


Protect your home with a standby generator — request a quote before the next storm hits.

Red and black portable generator with a hose, on a paved surface next to grass.

Generator and Backup power Services

  • Stand-by Generator installs
  • Portable Generator power inlet
  • Automatic Transfer switch repair and installation
  • Manual Transfer switch installs

Included in This Service

At Colman Electric, we make installing a generator a seamless experience. Our process is designed to ensure your backup power system is reliable and ready when you need it. Here’s what you can expect:


  • Comprehensive site evaluation and planning
  • Professional installation of standby generators
  • Transfer switch installation for seamless power transition
  • Thorough testing to ensure operational readiness
  • Ongoing support and maintenance services


Request a generator installation today and secure your home’s power supply.

Generators – Q&As

1. What size generator does my home need?

Sizing depends on what you want to power. Whole-home generators usually range from 18–26 kW, while essential circuits may only need 8–14 kW.


2. Do you install both portable and standby generators?

Yes. We install transfer switches, interlock kits, power inlets, and full standby generator systems.


3. How long does generator installation take?

Most standby systems take 1–3 days including electrical work, gas hookup partnering, and testing.


4. Do I need a permit for a generator install?

Yes — most towns require electrical and sometimes gas permits. We handle the process.


5. How often should a generator be serviced?

Standby generators should be serviced annually for best performance and longevity.


6. Can you wire a portable generator safely into my home?

Yes — we install safe interlock or transfer systems, preventing dangerous backfeeding.