Generator Transfer Switch
Safe, code-compliant installation of manual or automatic transfer switches that seamlessly connect your generator to your home's electrical system without risking back-feed or utility line hazards.
Iowa winters and summer storm seasons can knock out power without warning—leaving your home vulnerable when you need it most. Integra Electrical's licensed electricians provide safe, code-compliant home generator installation across the Des Moines Metro. From panel assessment to final connection, we deliver reliable backup power with upfront pricing, zero pressure, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
From panel readiness checks to full generator hookups, we handle every electrical step your home needs for reliable backup power.
Safe, code-compliant installation of manual or automatic transfer switches that seamlessly connect your generator to your home's electrical system without risking back-feed or utility line hazards.
Before generator installation, we assess your existing panel capacity and upgrade it if needed—ensuring it can safely handle generator load and meet current Iowa electrical code requirements.
We install and configure dedicated circuit breakers for your generator hookup, protecting your home's electrical system from overloads and ensuring every connection is safe, tested, and warrantied.
Every generator installation begins with a complimentary Digital Voltage Analyzer safety evaluation to uncover hidden risks, verify panel condition, and confirm your home is ready for backup power.
We run dedicated wiring and install proper generator outlet connections—no sketchy splices or makeshift setups—so your backup power source integrates cleanly and safely with your home.
Need backup power extended to a detached garage or workshop? We wire generator power to outbuildings up to 100 feet away, sized correctly for tools, heaters, EV chargers, and more.
We start every job with a complimentary electrical safety evaluation using our Digital Voltage Analyzer. We inspect your panel's capacity, identify any hidden risks, and determine exactly what your Des Moines home needs before a generator is ever connected.
See why Des Moines Metro homeowners give Integra Electrical a 4.9-star rating across 1,000+ reviews.
When it comes to something as critical as backup power, you deserve electricians who are licensed, honest, and accountable from start to finish.
Our licensed electricians bring over 20 years of expertise to every generator installation across the Des Moines Metro.
We provide clear, itemized pricing before any work begins—no hidden fees, no surprise invoices after the job is done.
Family-owned and Iowa-rooted, we've served Des Moines neighborhoods like Indianola, Norwalk, and West Des Moines since 2003.
Every generator installation is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee and a 4.9-star Google rating from 1,000+ verified reviews.
Licensed professionals who treat your home and your time like their own.
President & Co-founder
Ben Carpenter co-founded Integra Electrical in 2003 with a single mission: to change the frustrating contractor experience that leaves homeowners feeling rushed, oversold, and in the dark. As President, Ben sets the tone for every job—honest communication, safety-first work, and treating customers like family. Under his leadership, Integra has grown into one of Des Moines Metro's most trusted electrical service companies, earning a 4.9-star Google rating across more than 1,000 reviews. Ben's approach is simple: do right by the customer, every single time, even when no one's watching. His commitment to quality and integrity has defined Integra's culture for over two decades of residential electrical service.
Vice President & Co-founder
Jaime Carpenter is the Vice President and Co-founder of Integra Electrical, and one of the driving forces behind the company's people-first culture since its founding in 2003. Alongside Ben, Jaime helped build Integra from the ground up with a focus on honest service, quality workmanship, and genuine care for every homeowner the company serves across Des Moines and surrounding Iowa communities. Jaime's leadership ensures that Integra's core values—winning for the customer, doing what's right, and owning every outcome—are lived out at every level of the business. Her dedication to building lasting relationships has helped Integra earn the trust of families throughout Indianola, West Des Moines, Norwalk, and beyond.
General Manager
Brandon Becker serves as General Manager at Integra Electrical, overseeing daily operations and ensuring every job meets the company's high standards for safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Brandon plays a central role in coordinating the field team across Des Moines Metro service areas—making sure licensed technicians arrive prepared, work is completed to code, and every homeowner gets the clear communication and upfront pricing Integra is known for. With a strong operational mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement, Brandon helps Integra deliver the kind of consistent, reliable electrical service that has earned the company a 4.9-star reputation across more than 1,000 Google reviews. He embodies Integra's value of showing up and following through—no excuses.
The electrical cost to set up a home generator typically ranges from $500 to $3,000 or more, depending on the type of transfer switch (manual vs. automatic), panel upgrades needed, wiring distance, and permit requirements. A basic manual transfer switch install may run $500–$1,500, while a whole-home automatic standby system with panel work can reach $2,500–$3,000+. At Integra Electrical, we provide exact, upfront pricing before any work begins.
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Integra Electrical serves homeowners throughout the Des Moines Metro and surrounding Iowa communities with licensed generator installation services.
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Over 1,000 verified five-star reviews from Des Moines homeowners
State-licensed technicians completing every job to Iowa electrical code
Every installation backed by a full satisfaction guarantee and warranty
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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (515) 442-0025. You can also send us a quick email at info@integraelectrical.com
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (515) 442-0025. You can also send us a quick email at info@integraelectrical.com