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Generator Installation in Tulsa, OK

Compare 3 local generator installation pros. Typical service: $9860–$15776.

Top Generator Installation Companies in Tulsa

  1. 1.Generator Supercenter of Tulsa

    4.9★ (169 reviews)

    4.9★ from 169 reviews

    +19185007173Website

  2. 2.Oklahoma Generator of Tulsa

    5.0★ (60 reviews)

    5.0★ from 60 reviews

    +19189001235Website

  3. 3.THE GENERATOR GUY

Generator Installation Cost in Tulsa

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

ServiceTypical range in Tulsa
Whole-house standby generator, installed$9,860–$15,776/job
Small standby generator (10-14 kW)$6,902–$9,860/job
Large standby generator (26 kW+)$14,790–$19,720/job

Generator Installation prices in Tulsa run about 1% 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 Tulsa, rated 5.0★ on average across 229 customer reviews.

Tulsa Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Tulsa's weather means for scheduling generator installation.

Last spring frost
March 29
First fall frost
November 4
Annual precipitation
40.97"
Heating degree days
3,574
Cooling degree days
2,037
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27.5°48°1.66"
Feb31.3°53.2°1.85"
Mar40.1°62.4°3.29"
Apr49.3°71.8°3.79"
May59.1°79.4°5.91"
Jun67.7°87.5°4.72"
Jul72.7°93.1°3.36"
Aug71.3°93.1°2.9"
Sep62.1°83.9°4.26"
Oct50.6°73°3.93"
Nov39.6°60.9°2.81"
Dec29.6°49.3°2.49"

NOAA station data 5.06 miles from Tulsa.

Permits & Regulations in OK

Permit typically required

  • Electrical contracting is licensed by the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board
  • The board licenses electrical contractors and journeyman electricians statewide
  • Electrical permits are issued by the city or the state inspector

License required: Oklahoma CIB electrical contractor license

Sources: oklahoma.gov

Generator Installation FAQs for Tulsa

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

A whole-house standby generator in Tulsa typically runs $9860-$15776 installed, including the transfer switch, pad and gas hookup.

How many generator installers serve Tulsa?

We track 3 generator installation companies serving Tulsa.

Is generator installation in Tulsa more expensive than average?

Electrician labor in Tulsa runs about -1.4% versus the national average.

Do I need a permit for a generator in Tulsa, OK?

In OK, Electrical contracting is licensed by the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board. Standby generators in Tulsa need an electrical permit and, for gas units, a gas permit.

What size generator does a Tulsa home need?

It depends on what must run in an outage; with summer highs near 93F, keeping central air on in Tulsa pushes most homes toward 18-24 kW.

Do generators work in Tulsa winters?

Standby units are built for it; with winter lows around 28F in Tulsa, ask about a cold-weather kit for the battery and oil.

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

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

How long does generator installation take in Tulsa?

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