Generator Installation in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Generator installation in Coeur d'Alene, ID

When a winter storm drops power across Kootenai County, the difference between an inconvenience and an emergency is a safe backup power connection. Problem Solved Electric installs whole-home standby generators, portable generator inlets, interlock kits, and automatic transfer switches for homeowners across Coeur d'Alene, from downtown and Fort Grounds to the Landings, Indian Meadows, and the hillside neighborhoods off Fernan Lake.

Which setup is right for your home

A portable generator with an inlet and interlock is the budget-friendly option. We install an outdoor inlet and an interlock kit at your panel, set up so you can safely power the circuits that matter: furnace, fridge, well pump, and a few lights. No extension cords through the window, and everything to code.

A whole-home standby generator starts automatically when the power drops, whether you are home or not. We handle the electrical side, including the automatic transfer switch, load management, and the panel work, and we coordinate with your gas fitter on the fuel side.

Sizing matters in Coeur d'Alene

Many homes in the Coeur d'Alene area run on wells, and a well pump has a large startup load that undersized generators cannot handle. We do a real load calculation before recommending a size, so your generator actually starts your well pump, furnace blower, and refrigerator together instead of stalling when you need it most.

Permits and inspections

Generator connections in Coeur d'Alene and Kootenai County require an electrical permit and inspection. We pull the permit, do the work to code, and meet the inspector, the same way we handle every job.

Call (208) 352-0662 or book online for generator installation in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Frequently asked questions about generator installation in Coeur d'Alene
How much does generator installation cost in Coeur d'Alene?
A portable generator inlet with an interlock is the most affordable setup, and a whole-home standby generator with an automatic transfer switch is a larger project. We quote a fixed price up front after a quick look at your panel and your backup power goals.
Can a generator run my well pump?
Yes, if it is sized correctly. Well pumps have a high startup load, so we do a load calculation first and set up your system so the pump, furnace, and refrigerator can run together.
Do I need a permit for a generator hookup in Coeur d'Alene?
Yes. Generator inlets, interlocks, and transfer switches require an electrical permit and inspection in Coeur d'Alene and Kootenai County, and we take care of that process for you.

How it works

1. Call (208) 352-0662 or book online and tell us what you want to keep running in an outage. A photo of your panel speeds up the quote.
2. We do a load calculation, including your well pump if you have one, and give you a fixed price before any work starts.
3. We pull the permit, install the inlet or transfer switch to code, and clean up.
4. The inspector signs off and we walk you through starting your generator.

What is included

A licensed, insured electrician. Load calculation. Permit and inspection. Code-compliant materials and wiring. Circuit labeling. Cleanup and a walkthrough. A fixed price with no surprises.

Verify our license yourself

Problem Solved Electric holds Idaho electrical contractor license 072429 and is licensed in Washington. Look up either license on the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses website or the Washington Labor and Industries contractor lookup.

Typical cost

Standby generators and transfer switches vary too much from home to home to flat price, so we start with a free phone estimate: send photos of your panel, your meter and where you would like the generator to sit, tell us what you want to keep running in an outage, and you get a written price before anyone comes out. Portable generator inlet and interlock setups usually land between $1,550 and $2,000 installed. If you already have a Generac standby generator, annual maintenance is a flat $475 and can be booked online. Sales tax is added where it applies.