Certified Installers
Licensed FSR electricians with Technical Safety BC registration and full WorkSafeBC compliance.
Home Generator Installation
in Vancouver & the Lower Mainland
Standby generator installation by licensed electricians. Automatic outage detection, natural gas / propane / diesel options and seamless integration with your existing electrical panel — so the lights stay on when the grid doesn't.
Automatic outage detection
Standby systems detect grid loss within seconds and bring your home back online without you lifting a finger.
Natural gas, propane or diesel
We help you pick the right fuel for your property and load profile — no one-size-fits-all rec.
Peace-of-mind warranty
Manufacturer warranties on the unit plus our own workmanship guarantee on every install we deliver.
Standby Generator Installations
Power that
doesn't quit on you.
Home generators are backup power systems that automatically supply your home with electricity during outages — running on natural gas, propane, gasoline or diesel. In a BC winter storm or an extended grid event, a standby generator keeps your family warm, safe and connected.
At TDR Electric, we deliver tailored generator solutions sized to your household — from a small inverter unit covering essentials to a whole-home automatic standby system that runs the entire panel without you having to switch a single breaker.
- Automatic transfer switches for hands-off operation
- Properly sized to your panel load and critical circuits
- Fuel-type guidance based on your property and budget
- Full operation, testing and maintenance walkthrough
Why Standby Power Matters in BC
Storm season is harder on the grid than ever.
78%
of BC outages caused by weather
Windstorms, snow loading and freezing rain account for the majority of grid events across the province.
24+ hrs
common winter outage duration
Coastal storms regularly leave Lower Mainland neighbourhoods without power for a day or longer.
<10s
standby transfer time
Properly installed automatic transfer switches restore power before your fridge or freezer notices.
Our Generator Installation Process
From sizing to seamless cutover.
Most residential standby generator installs are sized, permitted, installed and commissioned within 3-5 weeks of your first call.
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Step 01
Load Assessment
Free on-site review of your panel, key circuits and fuel availability — natural gas, propane or diesel.
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Step 02
Sizing & Quote
Generator and ATS sizing, pad location plan and a fixed-price quote that includes permits and final inspection.
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Step 03
Permit & Install
Permits filed and install scheduled around your routine. Most residential standbys are installed in 1-2 days.
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Step 04
Commission & Train
Final inspection, load test under outage conditions and a full walkthrough of operation, maintenance and warranty.
Why TDR for Home Generators
More than a generator — a reliable partner.
Right-Sized Recommendations
We size your generator to your real load — not the most expensive unit on the shelf.
Full Operation Walkthrough
You leave the install confident — how to test, how to maintain and what to do during an outage.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Workmanship guarantee on every install, on top of your manufacturer warranty.
Recent Generator Installations
Standby and emergency power installs across BC.
Power Through
Every Outage.
Send us a photo of your panel and a quick description of your fuel options and we'll come back with a fixed-price generator quote — usually within 2 business days.
Storm season approaching?
Lead times stretch in late fall — book early to avoid the queue.
Request a Generator Quote
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