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Generator Installation in Birmingham, AL

Compare 3 local generator installation pros. Typical service: $8960–$14336.

Top Generator Installation Companies in Birmingham

  1. 1.Service Experts Birmingham

    4.8★ (5,821 reviews)

    4.8★ from 5821 reviews

    +12054281111Website

  2. 2.One Source Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical

    4.8★ (984 reviews)

    4.8★ from 984 reviews

    +12053041413Website

  3. 3.Birmingham Advanced Electrical

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +15128288151Website

Generator Installation Cost in Birmingham

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Birmingham
Whole-house standby generator, installed$8,960–$14,336/job
Small standby generator (10-14 kW)$6,272–$8,960/job
Large standby generator (26 kW+)$13,440–$17,920/job

Generator Installation prices in Birmingham run about 10% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 3 companies serving Birmingham, rated 4.9★ on average across 6,810 customer reviews.

Birmingham Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Birmingham's weather means for scheduling generator installation.

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 11
Annual precipitation
53.72"
Heating degree days
2,678
Cooling degree days
2,058
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.8°53.8°4.84"
Feb37.1°58.4°4.53"
Mar43.7°66.7°5.23"
Apr50.5°74.4°4.38"
May59.7°81.5°4.99"
Jun67.7°87.7°4.38"
Jul71.4°90.8°4.8"
Aug70.8°90.6°3.93"
Sep64.3°85.1°3.9"
Oct52.9°75.3°3.44"
Nov43.5°65.4°4.85"
Dec36.3°55.9°4.45"

NOAA station data 4 miles from Birmingham.

Permits & Regulations in AL

Permit typically required

  • Electrical contracting in Alabama requires a license from the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board
  • The board also licenses journeyman electricians, who must work under a licensed contractor
  • Permits and inspections are issued by the city or county

License required: Alabama Electrical Contractors Board license

Sources: aecb.alabama.gov

Generator Installation FAQs for Birmingham

How much does a whole-house generator cost in Birmingham?

A whole-house standby generator in Birmingham typically runs $8960-$14336 installed, including the transfer switch, pad and gas hookup.

How many generator installers serve Birmingham?

We track 3 generator installation companies serving Birmingham.

Is generator installation in Birmingham more expensive than average?

Electrician labor in Birmingham runs about -10.4% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit for a generator in Birmingham, AL?

In AL, Electrical contracting in Alabama requires a license from the Alabama Electrical Contractors Board. Standby generators in Birmingham need an electrical permit and, for gas units, a gas permit.

What size generator does a Birmingham home need?

It depends on what must run in an outage; with summer highs near 91F, keeping central air on in Birmingham pushes most homes toward 18-24 kW.

Do generators work in Birmingham winters?

Standby units are built for it; with winter lows around 34F in Birmingham, ask about a cold-weather kit for the battery and oil.

How many quotes should I get for a generator in Birmingham?

Three; with 3 installers serving Birmingham, compare the kW size, transfer switch type and maintenance plan.

How long does generator installation take in Birmingham?

Installation is usually one or two days, but permits and equipment lead times in Birmingham can stretch the whole project to several weeks.