Home Standby Generator Buying: Step-by-step with your Cummins authorized dealer
Step 1: Contact us
Call or contact us to schedule a free, no obligation in-home assessment to determine which generator is right for you.
Step 2: On-site inspection
A Cummins authorized dealer representative will make an appointment to visit your home, assess your power needs, determine the best location to install the generator, and give you a full estimate for the generator and installation.*
A home standby generator plus installation typically starts at around $6,000, depending on the size of your house and the number of appliances you want to power.
Cummins has partnered with Synchrony to bring financing options to our customers, offering a budget-friendly way to purchase Cummins home generators.
Your local Cummins authorized dealer will tailor the estimate based on your needs.
Step 3: Installation
Your authorized dealer will make arrangements with you for delivery and installation. Generators must be installed by a qualified professional.
What to expect on installation day
- Your installer fits your home with a transfer switch, a device that connects your home's electrical system to power sources – in this case, your utility provider and your generator.
- Your new generator is installed outside your home in the location determined by you and your Cummins authorized dealer.
- Once installed, the generator is connected to the transfer switch according to code.
- Your existing natural gas or propane lines are connected to the generator.
- Now your Cummins home standby generator is ready to provide years of dependable backup power.
The above is a guide for a typical installation; however, every situation is unique.
The most important thing to remember is safety. Installing a standby generator requires a qualified professional and compliance to various codes (national, state and local). Your Cummins authorized dealer is prepared to advise you on what the best method is to suit your situation.