Whether you’re in Ithaca, Syracuse, Rochester, or anywhere in between, we can include a whole-house backup power solution as a vital component within your project with Halco Home Solutions. Designed for Upstate NY’s challenging conditions, this addition ensures your investment in comfort and efficiency is protected, backed by our local service, maintenance, and peace of mind.
Power outages are increasingly common. From lake-effect snowstorms and ice buildup to spring winds, the Finger Lakes region faces frequent and unpredictable grid disruptions.
By integrating a professionally installed standby generator into your project, your home stays safe, comfortable, and functional the moment the power goes out. These systems start automatically within seconds of an outage and can be configured to power anything from essential systems like your new furnace and refrigerator to your entire home, including central air and communication devices.
Permanent Protection Without the Stress
Unlike portable units, our permanently installed systems are a fully automatic, professionally placed, and reliable complement to your home’s existing infrastructure.
Installed outdoors and connected directly to a fuel line and your home’s electrical panel, these units draw fuel from your existing natural gas or propane supply and run regular self-tests. The digital controller and status indicators provide peace of mind that your backup power system is always ready, without any extra effort from you.
Trusted Brands. Expert Installation. Local Support.
We install industry-leading systems from Honeywell, the most recognized name in standby power. Whether you’re looking for a compact solution to power just the basics or a system capable of restoring full-home functionality, Halco can size, install, and maintain the right model for your needs.
This popular option offers rapid start-up, automatic shut-off when utility power returns, and low-RPM operation for quieter performance.
Generac has nearly 60 years of experience providing home electrical solutions and backup generators. Generac was the first to engineer affordable home standby generators, and they remain the #1 name in home backup generators today.
Generac Guardian Series Generators
The Guardian Series generators are not only equipped to automatically start up within seconds of power loss, but also automatically turn off with the return of utility power. They are designed to run at a lower RPM to ensure a quiet appliance with little disturbance.
Generac has nearly 60 years of experience providing home electrical solutions and backup generators. Generac was the first to engineer affordable home standby generators, and they remain the #1 name in home backup generators today.
Generac QuietSource Series Generators
The QuietSource Series are engineered to run at a substantially low RPM for discreetness & reduced fuel consumption. Its liquid-cooled engine ensures a powerful performance.
What Our Customers Say
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The Final Piece of Your Whole-Home Approach
A more efficient home demands less during an outage, which means your generator doesn’t have to work as hard to keep you comfortable. At Halco Home Solutions, we help homeowners reduce their backup power needs through smart energy upgrades like air sealing, insulation, and high-efficiency heating and cooling systems.
And while solar panels are a great investment, most grid-tied solar arrays won’t operate during an outage unless they’re paired with battery storage. That’s why it’s essential to work with a contractor who understands how all these systems interact.
From solar and batteries to HVAC, electrical, and backup power, Halco is uniquely equipped to design and integrate whole-home solutions that work together when it matters most, something national chains and single-trade installers simply can’t match.
We also offer ongoing maintenance and service agreements to keep your generator in top shape, with local technicians on call and real people answering the phone, 24/7/365.
Be Ready Before the Next Storm Hits
Power loss isn’t just an inconvenience; it can undermine your investment in a new high-efficiency system. With a standby generator integrated into your project by Halco Home Solutions, you get more than just backup power. You get the comfort of knowing your entire home is protected, your new systems are safeguarded, and your family is safe.
