Ordering and Installing Your Generac 22kW to 28kW Generator
You have chosen a Generac. You know the size you need. Now here is how to get from decision to protection in the shortest time possible. The process is straightforward: order the equipment from IB Lighting, hire a local licensed electrician, and coordinate installation while the generator ships to your home. Most homeowners go from order to operational generator in 2 to 4 weeks.
Step 1: Order Your Generator from IB Lighting
Select your model from our Generac home standby generators collection. For first-time buyers, we recommend the kits with included 200A ATS: Model 7325 (22kW), Model 7326 (24kW), Model 7328 (26kW), or Model 7329 (28kW). Add to cart to see pricing (Generac MAP policy prevents us from displaying prices on the product page). Every order includes free nationwide freight shipping and freight insurance at no additional cost. If you want to verify sizing before ordering, call (800) 674-9019 for a free consultation.
Step 2: Hire a Licensed Electrician (Start While Equipment Ships)
While your generator is being shipped, begin the installer selection process. Contact 2 to 3 licensed electricians in your area who have experience with standby generator installations. Request labor-only quotes for installing customer-supplied equipment. Confirm their quote includes the concrete or composite mounting pad, transfer switch installation at your main panel, generator electrical connections, gas line connection (they may subcontract to a licensed plumber), permit applications, inspection scheduling, and system testing and commissioning. Having your installer lined up before the equipment arrives eliminates the biggest scheduling delay in the process.
Step 3: Equipment Arrives (3 to 10 Business Days)
Your Generac generator ships via LTL freight carrier on a pallet. The freight company will contact you to schedule a delivery appointment. Upon delivery, inspect the packaging before signing. Note any visible damage on the delivery receipt. IB Lighting freight insurance covers replacement at no cost if your shipment arrives damaged. The generator and transfer switch will be on your property and ready for your electrician.
Step 4: Professional Installation (1 to 2 Days)
Your electrician installs the system, typically in 1 to 2 days. Day one covers pad placement, generator positioning, transfer switch mounting, electrical and gas connections. Day two (if needed) covers final wiring, system programming, full-load testing, and homeowner walkthrough. The electrician handles the permit and schedules the municipal inspection.
Step 5: Inspection and Commissioning
The municipal inspector reviews the installation for code compliance. Once approved, your generator is officially operational. The system runs its first weekly exercise cycle at the programmed time and stands ready to protect your home automatically from that point forward.
What to Order Alongside Your Generator
While placing your generator order, consider adding a maintenance kit matched to your model for first-year service and storm-season readiness. A cold weather kit is essential if you live in a climate where temperatures drop below freezing. A composite generator pad eliminates the need for poured concrete and installs faster. A whole-house surge protector at the panel protects your electronics during power transitions. These accessories can ship with your generator in the same order.
Why Buy from IB Lighting
IB Lighting is a family-owned electrical supply company that carries the complete Generac lineup. Every generator ships with full Generac manufacturer warranty protection because we are an authorized source. Free nationwide freight shipping and freight insurance are included on every order. Our team answers the phone at (800) 674-9019 and provides direct, knowledgeable support for sizing, model selection, and post-purchase questions. We do not route you through automated systems or offshore call centers. You talk to people who know generators.
Ready to Order?
Hurricane season starts June 1. Winter storms begin in November. The grid is aging. The time to install a generator is before the next outage, not during it. Browse the full Generac 10kW to 28kW collection, or call (800) 674-9019 right now to order. We will have your generator on a truck within days.