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Generator Installation in Los Angeles, CA

Compare 7 local generator installation pros. Typical service: $11680–$18688.

Top Generator Installation Companies in Los Angeles

  1. 1.All American Generator Services

    4.9★ (733 reviews)

    4.9★ from 733 reviews

    +18183404767Website

  2. 2.Mr. Electric of Woodland Hills

    4.8★ (123 reviews)

    4.8★ from 123 reviews

    +18182147484Website

  3. 3.Expert Electric Group

    4.9★ (74 reviews)

    4.9★ from 74 reviews

    +17479996090Website

  4. 4.LT Generators

    4.2★ (86 reviews)

    4.2★ from 86 reviews

    +18187871470Website

  5. 5.JM2 Generator Repair LLC

    5.0★ (20 reviews)

    5.0★ from 20 reviews

    +18183399438Website

  6. 6.Elite Generators Inc.

    4.6★ (12 reviews)

    4.6★ from 12 reviews

    +18187180200Website

  7. 7.First Choice Generator Installation Encino

    +13183152367Website

Generator Installation Cost in Los Angeles

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

ServiceTypical range in Los Angeles
Whole-house standby generator, installed$11,680–$18,688/job
Small standby generator (10-14 kW)$8,176–$11,680/job
Large standby generator (26 kW+)$17,520–$23,360/job

Generator Installation prices in Los Angeles run about 17% above 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 7 companies serving Los Angeles, rated 4.7★ on average across 1,048 customer reviews.

Los Angeles Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Los Angeles's weather means for scheduling generator installation.

Annual precipitation
13.93"
Heating degree days
1,368
Cooling degree days
712
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan47.8°65.1°2.81"
Feb48.7°65.9°3.75"
Mar50.4°67.4°2.39"
Apr52.8°70.3°0.6"
May56.6°71.7°0.31"
Jun59.8°74.6°0.06"
Jul62.7°77.9°0.01"
Aug62.9°78.6°0.01"
Sep61.7°77.7°0.11"
Oct57.3°74.3°0.53"
Nov51.2°68.8°1.22"
Dec47.3°64.6°2.13"

NOAA station data 1.01 miles from Los Angeles.

Permits & Regulations in CA

Permit typically required

  • Electrical contracting requires a CSLB C-10 Electrical Contractor license
  • Electricians employed by a C-10 contractor must be certified by the Department of Industrial Relations
  • Business and Professions Code 7048 exempts minor work under $1,000, but not work that requires a building permit

License required: CSLB C-10 Electrical Contractor license; DIR-certified electricians

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov, www.dir.ca.gov

Generator Installation FAQs for Los Angeles

How much does a whole-house generator cost in Los Angeles?

A whole-house standby generator in Los Angeles typically runs $11680-$18688 installed, including the transfer switch, pad and gas hookup.

How many generator installers serve Los Angeles?

We track 7 generator installation companies serving Los Angeles.

Is generator installation in Los Angeles more expensive than average?

Electrician labor in Los Angeles runs about +16.8% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit for a generator in Los Angeles, CA?

In CA, Electrical contracting requires a CSLB C-10 Electrical Contractor license. Standby generators in Los Angeles need an electrical permit and, for gas units, a gas permit.

What size generator does a Los Angeles home need?

It depends on what must run in an outage; with summer highs near 79F, keeping central air on in Los Angeles pushes most homes toward 18-24 kW.

Do generators work in Los Angeles winters?

Standby units are built for it; with winter lows around 47F in Los Angeles, ask about a cold-weather kit for the battery and oil.

How many quotes should I get for a generator in Los Angeles?

Three; with 7 installers serving Los Angeles, compare the kW size, transfer switch type and maintenance plan.

How long does generator installation take in Los Angeles?

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