Hi-Lite Electric provides professional generator installation and service for residential and commercial properties throughout Batavia and the surrounding Kane County area. We are a family-owned electrical contractor known for showing up, communicating clearly, and delivering work that holds up to inspection.
We start by understanding your property and power needs, and depending on the scope, an on-site visit is often the most accurate way to assess load requirements, transfer switch placement, and utility connection points before putting together a project quote. Once we have a clear picture, we walk you through the plan, the estimate, and a realistic timeline so there are no surprises when our team arrives on site. Our electricians work cleanly and methodically, and when the work is done, we leave the space the way we found it.

Batavia has a wide range of housing types, from the mid-century ranch and split-level homes near the Fox River corridor to newer subdivisions that have come up over the past few decades, and our electricians are experienced working across all of them. If you have been thinking about adding whole-home surge protection alongside your generator, or exploring other upgrades for your property, we are glad to serve as a long-term resource and help you think through what makes sense to prioritize. Hi-Lite is here to be a trusted electrical partner for Batavia clients, not just a one-time contractor.
Project quotes vary based on generator size, transfer switch type, site conditions, and permit requirements specific to Batavia and Kane County. We assess your property and power needs before putting together an accurate estimate, because a quote without a proper scope review is rarely reliable.
Yes, most standby generator installations in Batavia require a permit through the city, and the work must be inspected. Hi-Lite has deep familiarity with local permitting processes in Kane County, which helps keep projects moving without unnecessary delays.
A standby generator is permanently installed outside your property and kicks on automatically when power is lost, while a portable generator requires a manual transfer switch or interlock kit to connect safely to your home or business. Both options require proper electrical work to meet code, and Hi-Lite can help you determine which approach fits your needs and budget.
Yes, Hi-Lite Electric is ICC Certified (No. 25-0696), licensed, bonded, and insured. Every generator installation comes with a 90-day parts warranty and a 1-year labor warranty.
Absolutely. Hi-Lite serves both residential and commercial clients, and our team is equipped to handle the voltage and load demands that commercial and light industrial properties require. If your business cannot afford downtime, a properly sized and installed standby system is worth discussing.
Hi-Lite offers 24/7 availability, so if your generator is not performing when you need it most, we can respond day or night. Our vans are fully equipped to handle most service calls without a return trip for parts.
Many older Batavia homes, particularly those in neighborhoods near the Fox River corridor, have original panels that may need to be evaluated or upgraded before a generator can be connected properly. We assess your existing electrical setup as part of the scoping process and can recommend any necessary panel service alongside the generator installation.
Whether you are planning ahead or responding to an immediate need, Hi-Lite Electric is ready to assist Batavia homeowners and business owners with generator installation and service they can count on. Reach out to start the conversation, and we will take the time to understand your property and goals before talking through options and estimates. Hi-Lite is ICC Certified (No. 25-0696), licensed, bonded, and insured, and every project comes with a 90-day parts warranty and a 1-year labor warranty.
On-Site Consultations
We are ready to head your way! Our flat-rate $85 on-site visit ensures an experienced Hi-Lite technician can review your existing electrical systems in-person and discuss your current goals.
Simply give us a call, book online, or contact us below and let us know what works best for you: