Backup Power · Richmond, Virginia
We design and install whole-home backup power, then keep it monitored so it is ready the moment you need it. No flashlights, no guessing.
The Basics
Backup power comes in three forms. The right one depends on how long your outages last, how quiet you want it, and what fuel you have on site.
A permanently installed generator that starts on its own when the grid drops and powers your home until it comes back. The strongest choice for long outages and large homes.
A home battery that stores energy and powers your home silently when the grid goes down. Great for shorter outages and pairing with solar.
The battery covers the first seconds seamlessly and handles quiet, short outages. The generator takes over for the long haul. The most complete protection.
Quick Estimate
Answer five quick questions. We will show you a recommended system size and a ballpark range, then you can book a site visit to confirm.
Please answer questions 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 to continue.
Tell us where to send your estimate. We will show your range on the next screen.
Your Estimate
Book a consult and we will talk through battery backup, and whether a battery, a generator, or a hybrid fits your home best.
Side by Side
An honest comparison, no jargon. Most Central Virginia homes that want full coverage land on a standby generator or a hybrid.
The Process
We come out, look at your panel and fuel, and learn what you want to keep running. No guessing from a phone call.
We size the system to your home and your priorities, then walk you through the plan and a firm number.
Our licensed team handles permitting, the electrical work, and the fuel connection, done clean and to code.
We test the automatic transfer, run it through an outage simulation, and show you exactly how it behaves.
This is the part most companies skip. INVISION watches your system 24/7/365 and flags issues before the next outage, so the day you actually need backup power, it just works. A generator you forget about until it quietly saves the day.
Easy to Overlook
Your fuel source decides how long you can run and how much you have to think about it. Here is the plain version.
If you have a gas line, your generator runs as long as the outage lasts with nothing to refill. The most hands-off option for long outages.
For homes without natural gas. The generator runs off a tank you own or lease. Reliable, and runtime comes down to tank size.
Battery systems charge from solar or the grid, so there is no fuel to manage and no noise. Runtime is set by the size of the battery.
Good to Know
Most whole-home systems in Central Virginia run from about $15,000 to $80,000, depending on home size, electrical service, and how much you want to keep running. The estimator above gives you a quick range, and a site visit confirms the number.
A natural gas generator can run for days, as long as the gas keeps flowing. A propane generator runs until the tank is low, so larger tanks mean longer runtime. Most outages are over long before fuel becomes a concern.
Yes, when it is sized correctly. We can design for full whole-home coverage, or use smart load management to power everything that matters at a lower cost. We confirm the right fit on the site visit.
You need one or the other for a standby generator. If you have a natural gas line, that is the simplest path. If not, propane works well. No gas or propane is fine too, that usually points toward a battery system, and we will sort it out on the visit.
Modern standby units are far quieter than the portable generators most people picture, closer to a central air unit running. Battery backup is completely silent if quiet is a priority for you.
A generator burns fuel and can run for days, which is best for long outages and big loads. A battery stores energy, runs silently, and is great for shorter outages and pairing with solar. A hybrid combines both.
Once the system is designed and permitted, most installs are completed in a few days on site. Permitting timelines vary by locality, and we manage that part for you.
INVISION is our 24/7/365 remote monitoring. For backup power it matters more than almost anywhere else, because a backup system sits idle until the day you truly need it. INVISION watches it the whole time and flags problems early, so it is ready when the lights go out. Book a site visit to learn more.
Next Step
Pick a time that works. We will look at your home, confirm the right system, and give you a firm number.
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