When the power goes out, your home shouldn't stop.
Severe weather, equipment failures and grid issues can cause unexpected outages in Atlanta. A standby generator can keep your essential or whole-home loads running, depending on your home's needs and system design.
HVAC and comfort
Keep your heating and cooling running so your home stays comfortable.
Refrigerator and appliances
Prevent spoiled food and keep your important appliances powered.
Security and internet
Keep your security systems, Wi-Fi and communication running.
Essential circuits
Power the circuits that matter most, or your entire home depending on the system size.
How it works
A simple, automatic process.
Your standby generator and transfer switch work together to keep your home powered with minimal interruption.
01
Utility power fails
When the grid goes down, your system detects the loss of power.
02
Generator detects the outage
The standby generator automatically starts.
03
Transfer switch moves the load
The automatic transfer switch safely transfers power to your home.
04
Generator powers your home
Your selected essential loads or your entire home keep running, depending on the system design.
Our solution
One system. Automatic backup power.
We design and install complete standby generator systems with automatic transfer switches, tailored to your home's electrical loads and service setup.
Evaluate your electrical load and power needs
Determine the right generator size for your home
Install the standby generator
Install and wire the automatic transfer switch
Coordinate permits and inspections when required
Test the system and ensure everything is working properly
The right system design depends on your home's electrical loads, service setup and your specific goals.
What we handle
Complete generator installation services.
Generator installation
Professional installation of standby generators for homes.
Automatic transfer switches
Installation and wiring of automatic transfer switches.
Electrical panel assessment
Evaluate your electrical panel and service capacity.
Load evaluation and sizing
Help determine the right generator size for your home.
Generator-to-home wiring
Safe and code-compliant wiring and connections.
Testing and commissioning
Full system testing to ensure reliable operation.
Permit & inspection coordination
We handle permits and inspections when required.
Future electrical upgrades
Discuss options for panel upgrades or additional circuits if needed.
Why homeowners choose Swift Wire.
5-year installation warranty
Our work is backed by a 5-year installation warranty.
Clear pricing before work starts
You'll get a detailed estimate so you know what to expect.
Permits and inspections handled
We take care of the permits and coordinate inspections when required.
Careful planning around shutoffs
We plan the work to minimize disruption to your home.
Clean worksite
We respect your home and keep the job site clean.
Residential & commercial experience
We handle both residential and commercial electrical work across Atlanta.
Get a free estimate
Ready for the next outage?
Tell us about your home and we'll get back to you with a free estimate for a standby generator and transfer switch.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Here are answers to common questions about standby generators and transfer switches.
What is a standby generator?
A permanently installed generator that sits outside your home and starts on its own when the power goes out, so you are not dragging out a portable unit and extension cords.
What does an automatic transfer switch do?
It senses the outage, disconnects your home from the utility and connects it to the generator, then switches back when the power returns. It is also what stops generator power backfeeding into the street.
How much of my home can a standby generator power?
Either the essential circuits you choose or the whole house. It comes down to the generator size and how the system is designed.
How do you determine the right generator size?
We look at your electrical loads, your service and what you can't afford to lose, then size the generator to that instead of to the biggest unit on the shelf.
Will the generator turn on automatically?
Yes. With an automatic transfer switch the generator starts on its own when the grid goes down and hands power back when it returns.
Do you handle permits and inspections?
Yes. If your job needs a permit or inspection, we handle it.
How often does a standby generator need maintenance?
Standby generators need routine maintenance on the schedule the manufacturer sets. We'll walk you through what your unit needs when we install it.
How long does installation take?
It depends on the generator, the site and whether the panel needs work. You get a timeline along with your free estimate.