Reliable Power Solutions
Reliable Power Solutions | Generators | Electrical | Oakdale
When Oakdale storms roll in or worksites stretch into the night, HEP keeps the lights on and the projects moving. Our certified electricians design, install, and maintain reliable generators that match your exact load requirements, integrating seamlessly with existing panels and smart-home systems for automatic, worry-free backup. From compact residential units to industrial diesel arrays, every solution is backed by 24/7 monitoring, rapid-response service trucks, and the region’s most comprehensive warranty.
Homeowners appreciate the comfort of uninterrupted HVAC, refrigeration, and medical devices, while local businesses count on us to protect data centers, keep production lines humming, and meet safety code compliance. Whether you’re upgrading an aging setup or building new, HEP’s turnkey approach—consultation, permitting, fuel planning, and preventative maintenance—delivers peace of mind long after the installation is complete, so you can focus on what matters instead of counting the minutes until the power returns.
FAQs
What types of generators do you offer for residential and commercial properties in Oakdale?
We supply and install a full range of backup power systems, including portable gasoline units (2–10 kW), automatic standby generators (10–150 kW) that run on natural gas or propane, and three-phase diesel generators for larger commercial or agricultural operations. All models are sourced from industry-leading brands and are selected to accommodate Oakdale’s climate conditions, local air-quality regulations, and typical PG&E outage patterns.
How do I determine the right size generator for my home or business?
Proper sizing starts with a load calculation. Our technicians list every circuit you want powered during an outage, note each appliance’s running and starting watts, and add a 15 % safety margin. For most Oakdale homes, that means a 14–22 kW natural-gas unit for whole-house coverage or a 7–10 kW unit for essential circuits only. Commercial sites require a site visit, single- or three-phase evaluation, and sometimes a utility coordination study to ensure that inrush currents will not trip protective devices.
Do I need a permit in Oakdale to install a standby generator?
Yes. The City of Oakdale Building Department requires an electrical permit and, if gas piping is involved, a mechanical permit. We handle the entire permitting process, including submitting load calculations, site plans showing the generator’s distance from property lines (minimum 5 ft in Stanislaus County), and noise-level documentation to meet local ordinances. Final inspection is scheduled once installation and functional testing are complete.
How often should my generator be serviced to ensure reliability?
For residential units, we recommend a semi-annual maintenance schedule: oil change, filter replacement, battery test, and a 20-minute load-bank run to burn off moisture. Commercial diesel sets typically follow a quarterly inspection with an annual major service and coolant flush every three years. Oakdale’s summer dust can clog filters faster, so we check air intakes and exercise the unit weekly through the automatic self-test feature.
Can your team handle the full installation, including electrical and fuel connections?
Absolutely. We are a turnkey provider: site assessment, concrete pad, electrical wiring, automatic transfer switch (ATS) integration, gas line sizing, trenching, and final code inspection. If natural gas isn’t available, we coordinate propane tank placement and regulator sizing with local suppliers. All electricians are California C-10 licensed, and our plumbers carry C-36 certification, ensuring one point of contact from start to finish.
What happens during a power outage—how quickly will the generator start and transfer power?
Our standby systems constantly monitor utility voltage. When the ATS senses a loss of power for roughly 3–5 seconds, it signals the generator to start. Within another 5–10 seconds the generator reaches rated speed and frequency, and the ATS transfers your electrical load. In total, you experience about 10–15 seconds of darkness. Once utility power is restored and stable for a preset duration (usually 60 seconds), the ATS re-transfers to grid power and allows the generator to cool down before shutting off.