Generators & Backup Power

The design depends on which loads need backup, how power transfers and where equipment will be installed. Fuel supply, ventilation, structural support and other building systems may also need coordination.

An engineer may be needed for a permanent installation, changes to an existing backup system or a project with specific operating requirements.

Confirm the engineering scope with the professional you engage and any permit requirements with the local building department.

Topics that may be relevant to the review: UPS, appliance circuit, equipment connection, motor, pump power and receptacle.

The engineer can review existing conditions, evaluate the proposed changes and prepare the calculations or design details included in the agreed scope.

• Adding permanent standby power to a property
• Updating the equipment serving critical building loads

Start with a short description. These details can help define the scope, but you do not need everything ready to request a quote.

• The project city or county, and the property address if known
• What you want to build, change or repair
• How the space or site is used now and what you plan to change
• Whether you have drawings or photos to share during follow-up
• The status of any permit application and comments received
• Your target dates or other scheduling constraints

• Electrical Engineering

Terms that may appear in plans, permit comments or contractor conversations about this work.

• UPS
• appliance circuit
• equipment connection
• motor
• pump power
• receptacle
• standby power