The numbers
Most Houston homeowners pay between $5,910 and $24,640 fully installed. The typical project lands around $11,830.
Range includes generator unit, automatic transfer switch, concrete pad, permits, gas line tie-in, electrical labor, and startup testing.
| Generator size | Typical installed range | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 10–14 kW | $3,546 – $8,281 | Essential circuits only |
| 18–22 kW | $10,055 – $13,604 | Whole-home including AC |
| 24–26 kW | $13,013 – $20,944 | Large home, multi-AC, EV |
Sources
- SourceHomeAdvisor says $1,541 to $5,804 for installation labor alone
- SourceNailtheprice says $5,910 to $24,640 installed with most paying around $11,830
- SourcePSL Technology says $7,000 to $20,000 total for typical Houston installs
What drives the variance
- Generator size10 kW vs 26 kW swings the unit price by $8,000+
- Transfer switchAutomatic adds $2,000 to $4,000 over manual
- Gas line$2,000 depending on distance from meter per Nailtheprice
- Electrical panelUpgrade adds $2,000 to $4,000 if needed
- Permits$490 for permits and inspections per Nailtheprice
- Concrete pad$500 for concrete pad per Nailtheprice
- Labor$3,000 to $5,000 per PSL Technology
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