Standby Generator Installation for Los Gatos Homes
Trusted Backup Power Solutions from Dollens Electric
When the lights go out in Los Gatos, your home doesn’t have to go dark. At Dollens Electric, we provide reliable, code-compliant standby generator installations designed to keep your home powered during storms, blackouts, or PG&E shutdowns.
Our licensed electricians bring decades of experience to every install—ensuring your backup system activates safely and seamlessly when your home needs it most.
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Why Los Gatos Residents Choose Dollens for Backup Generators
Los Gatos and its surrounding foothills are no strangers to outages. With rolling blackouts, wildfire PSPS events, and winter storms, homeowners here know the cost of being unprepared. That’s why more families are choosing to install permanent standby generators that start automatically and protect:
Critical medical equipment
Refrigerators and freezers
Heating and cooling systems
Home office and security systems
Electric vehicle charging setups
We’ve helped homeowners from Blossom Hill to Monte Sereno invest in long-term power security—safely, cleanly, and with full permit compliance.
Ready to protect your home from the next outage?
I was pleased when they briefly reviewed an installation manual to make sure they remembered exactly how the brand worked. It was obvious Joshua already knew how to make the installation but he doubled checked anyway. (I'm glad I'm not the only person who still refers to a manual.)
Call/use them; you won't be sorry.
Excellent communication and professional!
Highly recommend!
Jason seemed to know the possible cause for the problem when I told him that the parts of the house were losing power gradually, and he was right!! He came out on the same day and fixed the problem (burnt crimp in junction box in the garage) within an hour!! Excellent!
They went above board to make sure every thing was done to perfection !
They give an accurate read on what needs
to be done. They are a safety-first company
that shows up energetic & work...
They answered all our questions, let us know and talk through our options and didn't do any additional work without letting us know and approve the price difference for our requests, rather than telling us at the end of the job.
A+ work!
Full-Service Generator Installation — From Permit to Power-On
Unlike portable units, a standby generator installation isn’t plug-and-play. It requires careful planning, proper sizing, gas connections, automatic transfer switches, and detailed knowledge of electrical codes.
That’s where our licensed electricians come in. We manage every step of the process:
Load calculation and site inspection
Generator sizing and fuel source planning (natural gas or propane)
City permits and PG&E coordination
Code-compliant wiring and transfer switch installation
Seamless integration with existing panels or subpanels
Test run and walkthrough with you before sign-off
We only install UL-listed, California-compliant equipment built to last—and we stand behind our work with a 3-year parts warranty and lifetime craftsmanship guarantee.
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Custom Solutions for Every Home
No two properties are the same—and that’s especially true in Los Gatos, where hillside terrain and older homes pose unique challenges.
We install generators in:
Modern estate homes with solar and smart panels
Classic Los Gatos bungalows needing panel upgrades
Homes with existing propane infrastructure
Properties with EV chargers, HVAC systems, or sensitive circuits
Need a subpanel to isolate emergency loads? We do that too. Our team will build a solution that fits your home and your budget—without cutting corners.


Why Now?
With PG&E’s future outages almost guaranteed and new home electrification trends increasing the load on your panel, now is the time to prepare. Backup generators are no longer a luxury—they’re essential infrastructure.
FAQ
Q: What size generator does my home need?
A: We calculate your home’s essential load and recommend the right unit—typically between 10kW and 22kW for most Los Gatos homes.
Q: Can a standby generator power my whole house?
A: Yes. With proper sizing and fuel supply, your standby generator can run HVAC, lights, appliances, and more without manual intervention.
Q: Will I need permits or PG&E approval?
A: Absolutely. We handle all permitting and interconnection approvals so your system is safe, legal, and fully integrated.
Generator Brands We Trust
We install and service standby generators from industry-leading brands, including:
Generac
Briggs & Stratton
Kohler
Cummins
We’re happy to work with customer-supplied generators or help you choose the right model based on load demand, noise level, and fuel availability.
Serving Los Gatos and the Foothill Communities
We’re proud to serve homeowners throughout:
Los Gatos
Monte Sereno
Blossom Hill
Belgatos
Almaden Valley (San Jose)
Saratoga hills
East foothills and remote neighborhoods impacted by PSPS events
Whether you’ve experienced a 70-hour outage or simply want peace of mind, we’re here to help you future-proof your home’s power.
We accept most major forms of credit cards, including Visa and MasterCard.
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