Electrical Service
Generators & Backup in Santa Barbara County, CA
When the grid goes down, the right backup keeps your home or business running. We install standby generators and battery systems sized to power what matters — from a few critical circuits to the whole property.
What's included
- Standby generator installation
- Battery backup and solar-paired storage
- Automatic transfer switches
- Critical-load panel setup
- Sizing, permitting, and commissioning
Generators & Backup — common questions
Generator or battery — which is right for me?
It depends on your goals: generators run indefinitely on fuel and suit long outages; batteries are quiet, low-maintenance, and pair with solar. We'll size both options to your needs.
Does backup power the whole house?
It can, but whole-home backup costs more. Many clients back up critical loads (fridge, well pump, medical equipment, internet) on a dedicated panel — we'll help you decide.
Do you handle permits and inspection?
Yes — generator and storage installs are permitted and inspected, and we manage that along with commissioning and testing.
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Need generators & backup? Let's talk.
Godfrey Electric is licensed (CA C-10 Lic. #958341), bonded, and insured, serving Santa Barbara County, CA. Get a free estimate.