Licensed, Bonded, & Insured
ICC CERTIFIED #25-0696
Licensed, Bonded, & Insured
ICC CERTIFIED #25-0696
Hi-Lite Electric provides residential and commercial generator installation and service throughout Naperville, keeping homes and businesses powered when the grid goes down. We are a family-owned electrical contractor with deep roots in DuPage County, and our team brings the training, equipment, and local permitting experience to handle generator projects of every scale.
When you reach out to us, we take the time to understand the scope of your project before moving forward, and for generator work that often means scheduling an on-site visit to assess your electrical system, load requirements, and the best placement for the unit. Once we have a clear picture, we provide a straightforward project quote with no surprises, and our team works with you on a schedule that fits your timeline. On the day of installation, our Naperville crew arrives prepared, completes the work to code, pulls the required permits through Naperville’s Building Division, and leaves the property clean when the project is done.
Installing a generator is often just the beginning, and many Naperville homeowners and business owners use that conversation as a starting point to think through other electrical upgrades they have been putting off. Hi-Lite Electric is happy to serve as a consultative resource, whether you are considering an EV charger installation, a panel upgrade, or any other project on your list. We would rather you have a trusted electrician to call than have to start the search over every time something comes up.
Yes, most standby generator installations in Naperville require a permit through the city’s Building Division, and the work must be inspected before the system is considered complete. Hi-Lite Electric handles the permit process as part of the project, so you are not navigating that on your own.
Sizing a generator correctly depends on your electrical load, the circuits you want backed up, and whether you need whole-property coverage or a critical-load setup. We assess that on-site before recommending a unit, so you are not guessing or over-buying.
A standby generator is permanently installed, connects directly to your electrical panel, and starts automatically when power goes out. A portable generator paired with a transfer switch requires manual startup but can be a practical option depending on your budget and how often outages affect your area.
Most residential standby generator installations are completed in one to two days, though permit timelines in Naperville can affect the overall schedule. We factor that in when we put together your project timeline so you have a realistic picture from the start.
Yes, we provide generator service, maintenance, and diagnostics regardless of who performed the original installation. If you have a unit that is not performing correctly or has not been serviced in a while, we can assess it and get it back to reliable operating condition.
Every project we complete comes with a 90-day parts warranty and a one-year labor warranty, giving you real coverage after the project is done. Generator equipment manufacturers also carry their own warranties, which we walk you through at the time of installation.
Yes, Hi-Lite Electric is available 24/7 for emergency calls, and our vans are fully equipped to respond day or night. If your generator is not starting or your transfer switch fails during an outage, we can dispatch a technician around the clock.
Whether you are planning a new standby generator installation, need service on an existing unit, or just want to talk through your options, Hi-Lite Electric is ready to help. We are ICC Certified (#25-0696), licensed, bonded, and insured, and every project comes with a 90-day parts warranty and a one-year labor warranty. Reach out today and let us put together a plan that fits your property and your goals.
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: