Peak Performance
Peak Performance | Generators | Electrical | Huntsville
When the lights go out in Huntsville, HEP’s Peak Performance Electrical keeps homes and businesses humming with dependable generators ready to roar to life at a moment’s notice. Our local, licensed electricians pair cutting-edge equipment with precision craftsmanship, ensuring every installation is tailored to your property’s power demands and the Tennessee Valley’s unpredictable weather. From initial load calculations to final system testing, we handle every detail so you can relax knowing your essentials—HVAC, medical devices, security systems—stay powered without a hiccup.
Clients choose HEP because we back our generators with 24/7 monitoring, rapid-response maintenance, and transparent, up-front pricing. Whether you’re looking to protect a cozy bungalow in Five Points or a bustling research lab near Redstone Arsenal, our team delivers seamless solutions that safeguard productivity and comfort year-round. Discover the peace of mind only a trusted Huntsville neighbor can provide, and let Peak Performance Electrical put reliable power at your fingertips.
FAQs
What types of generators does Peak Performance Electrical install and service in Huntsville?
We work with all major brands of residential and light-commercial standby generators, including Generac, Kohler, Briggs & Stratton, Cummins, and Honeywell. Our team is factory-trained to size, install, commission, and maintain air-cooled units from 10 kW up to 26 kW as well as liquid-cooled systems up to 150 kW for small businesses, farms, and critical facilities. If you already own a portable generator, we can add a manual transfer switch so you can safely power selected circuits.
How do I determine the right generator size for my Huntsville home or business?
During a free on-site assessment, we calculate your starting (surge) and running wattage requirements, review essential versus luxury loads, and evaluate fuel availability (natural gas, propane, or diesel). We also consider HVAC tonnage, well pumps, medical equipment, and future load growth. Using load-calculation software, we recommend the smallest generator that can handle your maximum demand with a 15–20 % safety margin, ensuring reliable performance without unnecessary upfront or operating costs.
Does Peak Performance Electrical handle the entire installation process, including permits?
Yes. We provide turnkey service: ordering the generator, trenching and running gas/electrical conduit, pouring the concrete pad, setting and wiring the unit, installing the automatic transfer switch, coordinating with Huntsville Utilities or your propane supplier, and arranging final inspection. We pull all required city and county permits and supply load-calculation and one-line diagrams to the building department, so you don’t have to worry about paperwork or code compliance.
How often should my standby generator be serviced, and what does maintenance include?
Manufacturers recommend a comprehensive service every 6 months or 100 running hours, whichever comes first. Our maintenance plan includes an oil and filter change, spark-plug inspection or replacement, valve-clearance check (annual), air-filter and fuel-filter replacement, battery load test, firmware updates, transfer-switch exercise, full system load test, and verification of proper gas pressure. We log all readings, reset service timers, and provide a digital report for your records and warranty validation.
Will installing a standby generator affect my property value or insurance in Huntsville?
Real-estate data show that a professionally installed whole-house generator can increase resale value by 3–5 % in North Alabama, particularly in neighborhoods prone to tornado-related outages. Some insurers, including State Farm and USAA, offer up to a 5 % premium discount because generators reduce the risk of frozen pipes, sump-pump failures, and food spoilage claims. We can supply installation certificates and maintenance records to help you secure any available discounts.
What happens during a power outage—will my generator start automatically?
Your automatic transfer switch (ATS) constantly monitors utility voltage. If it senses a loss of power for more than 5–10 seconds, it signals the generator to start, reaches operating speed, and then transfers the load. You’ll experience only a brief flicker while critical circuits regain power. When utility service is restored and remains stable for about a minute, the ATS switches back to grid power, cools the generator down, and returns it to standby mode, ready for the next outage.