Keep Power Running When the Grid Fails

When hurricanes roll through Houma, you can lose electricity for days or even weeks. A standby generator kicks on automatically within seconds of an outage, keeping your refrigerator cold, your air conditioner running, and your medical equipment functional. Coastal Mechanical Contractors, Inc installs whole-home and commercial generators that operate independently of the power grid, so you don't need to flip a switch or haul fuel during a storm.

Your installation begins with a load calculation that determines how much power your home or building actually needs. Based on that number, you'll receive a generator sized to run essential circuits or your entire electrical panel. Coastal Mechanical Contractors, Inc also installs an automatic transfer switch, which detects when utility power drops and signals the generator to start. Once grid power returns, the system switches back and shuts the generator down on its own.

If you're ready to stop worrying about the next outage in Houma, reach out to discuss generator options and system sizing for your property.

Your generator gets installed outdoors on a concrete pad or gravel base, connected to your natural gas line or a propane tank depending on what fuel source you prefer. In Houma, natural gas hookups are common, but propane works well if your property isn't connected to municipal gas. The transfer switch goes inside your electrical panel, and wiring runs from the generator to the switch so power can flow automatically when needed.

After installation, you'll notice that when the power goes out, your lights stay on, your HVAC system continues running, and your outlets remain live without any effort on your part. The generator runs a self-test every week to confirm it's ready, and you'll hear it cycle briefly during that maintenance check.

Coastal Mechanical Contractors, Inc provides maintenance and testing services to keep your system in working order. The unit burns through oil and filters over time, and regular service ensures it starts reliably when a storm hits. Your generator will also need to meet local permitting requirements, which are handled during the installation process.

Homeowners and business owners in Houma often have similar concerns when planning for backup power, especially if they've never owned a generator before.

Coastal Mechanical Contractors, Inc has installed backup power systems throughout Houma for residential and commercial properties that need uninterrupted electricity during storms and outages. If you'd like to talk through generator options, fuel types, or system sizing, contact the team to schedule a consultation.