Backup Generator Installation in Burbank
Keep your Burbank home powered and comfortable with professionally designed residential backup generator systems. From Magnolia Park's mid-century gems to newer tracts off Glenoaks Boulevard, we tailor standby power to your property's layout, your family's needs, and your budget. Our team understands the Valley's hot summers, entertainment-industry schedules, and the importance of reliable power for home offices, editing bays, and home theaters. Shaffer Construction, Inc. delivers end-to-end design, permitting, installation, and testing—so you're ready when the grid isn't. We size generators correctly, install code-compliant transfer switches, and coordinate gas connections to make the process smooth and quick.
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Benefits
Future-Ready Electrical Solutions
We design systems that grow with your home. Service-entrance-rated automatic transfer switches, load-shedding modules for large A/C compressors, and Wi‑Fi monitoring (e.g., Mobile Link) keep you informed and efficient. We can integrate energy monitors and plan space for future EV charger circuits, solar, or battery storage. Our designs prioritize selective load control—so your generator runs quieter, burns less fuel, and supports the essentials during long Burbank outages.
Permits and Safety Compliance
Our team manages permitting and inspections end-to-end. We build to the 2022 California Electrical Code (based on NEC 2020), NEC Article 702 for optional standby systems, NFPA 37 for engine installations, and use UL 1008-listed transfer equipment. We verify Burbank municipal noise and placement rules, confirm required clearances, and check SCAQMD residential standby exemptions when applicable. From plan sets to final sign-off, we coordinate with City of Burbank Building and Safety so your project passes the first time.
Proven Workmanship and Reliability
We specify proven 7–22 kW residential standby generators with composite or steel enclosures and install them on 3000‑psi concrete pads with seismic anchorage to meet local requirements. Electrical feeders use copper THHN/THWN‑2 in EMT or Schedule 80 PVC where exposed, with NEMA 3R or 3R/3X enclosures outdoors. Gas piping is sized per demand, with rigid steel, dielectric unions, and seismic gas shutoff valves when required or requested. Clean, labeled terminations and whole-home surge protection safeguard sensitive AV and studio gear.
Customized Home Power Planning
Every Burbank home is different. We begin with a detailed load calculation and walk-through to prioritize critical circuits—refrigeration, HVAC, lighting, internet, home office/studio, security, and gate operators. We’ll model whole-house vs. critical-circuit strategies, then select generator size, transfer switch type, and a dedicated critical-load subpanel if needed. Placement considers side-yard setbacks, window and vent clearances, and noise to neighbors for quiet, code-compliant operation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to install a generator in Burbank?+
Yes. The City of Burbank Building and Safety Division requires permits for the electrical work, transfer switch, and gas line. We handle all submittals, including site plans and load calculations, and coordinate inspections. Most residential permits are approved within 1–2 weeks, keeping your project on schedule.
Where can a generator be placed on my property?+
Placement must meet manufacturer clearances from windows, doors, and vents, as well as local noise and setback rules. In Burbank’s tight side yards, we often use low-profile enclosures and strategic placement behind fencing or landscaping. We verify clearances, airflow, and service access—and ensure sound levels comply with residential limits.
Can a standby generator run my central air conditioner?+
Usually, yes—with proper sizing and load management. We calculate A/C starting currents and may add soft-start or load-shed modules so a 7–22 kW generator can handle compressors efficiently. We’ll size the system to support essential cooling along with lighting, refrigeration, internet, and key outlets during heat waves.
Should I choose natural gas or propane in Burbank?+
Natural gas is common and convenient in Burbank with SoCalGas service; it offers extended runtime without refueling. Propane is a good option where gas capacity is limited or meter upsizing isn’t feasible. We size fuel lines, coordinate meter upgrades when needed, and ensure code-compliant, safe installation for either choice.
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