Mid-Michigan winters don’t offer much grace when the power goes out. Ice storms, downed lines, and aging grid infrastructure can leave your home without heat, light, or running water for hours — sometimes days. A Generac whole-home standby generator restores power automatically the moment an outage hits, keeping your household safe and functional without any action on your part.
Hager Fox Heating, Cooling & Electrical has been serving the Lansing area since 1941. Our team installs and services Generac standby generators with the same licensed, no-subcontractor approach we bring to every job. Call (517) 348-0412 or request service online to schedule your free consultation.
Why Lansing Homeowners Choose Generac
Generac is the most widely installed whole-home standby generator brand in the country, and for good reason. Their systems are built for the kind of extended, unpredictable outages that Michigan homeowners face — not just brief flickers, but multi-day events during ice storms or severe weather patterns that overwhelm utility response times.
Key reasons Lansing-area homeowners invest in Generac:
- Fully automatic operation — The system monitors incoming utility power around the clock. When it detects a loss, it starts and transfers your home to backup power in seconds — no switches to flip, no cords to run
- Natural gas or propane fuel — Connects directly to your existing fuel supply, so there’s no gasoline to store and no refueling runs during extended outages
- Mobile Link remote monitoring — Track system status, receive maintenance alerts, and confirm your generator is ready from anywhere using your smartphone
- Cold-weather engineering — Generac systems are designed to start and operate reliably in the freezing temperatures Michigan winters regularly deliver
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Is a Generac Generator the Right Fit for Your Home?
A standby generator isn’t just a comfort upgrade — for many households, it’s a genuine safety investment. Here are the situations where Lansing homeowners most commonly make the decision to install:
- Someone in the home relies on powered medical equipment or mobility devices
- Your basement depends on a sump pump, and flooding is a real risk during storm season
- You work from home and extended outages create professional or financial disruption
- Your home uses electric heat, and losing power in January isn’t just inconvenient — it’s dangerous
- Your neighborhood or rural road frequently sees longer-than-average restoration times after storms
If any of those describe your household, a Generac whole-home generator deserves a serious look. Our team will assess your home’s electrical demand and help you understand exactly what size system makes sense — no guesswork, no upselling.
What Owning a Generac Feels Like
Most homeowners describe the change after installation as simply having one less thing to worry about. The generator sits outside, runs its weekly self-test quietly, and otherwise stays invisible until the day you need it. Then it does exactly what it’s supposed to do.
A few features that make day-to-day ownership straightforward:
- Intelligent load management — Smart load-shedding modules can be wired to high-demand circuits like central air, electric ranges, or EV chargers. When the generator is running, these modules prioritize essential systems and cycle non-critical loads as needed, preventing overload without sacrificing coverage
- Minimal maintenance requirements — Generac recommends a break-in service at 25 hours, then professional maintenance every 200 hours or two years, whichever comes first. Between those intervals, the system largely looks after itself
- Extended runtime capability — Because your generator runs on your home’s existing natural gas or propane line, it can sustain power through multi-day outages without any intervention
Why Choose Hager Fox for Your Generac Installation
Selecting the right generator is only the first step. How it’s sized, installed, permitted, and maintained over time determines whether it performs when you actually need it. Hager Fox handles every part of that process.
What you get when you work with us:
- Certified Generac installation — Our technicians are trained and certified to Generac’s standards, which means your system qualifies for full manufacturer warranty coverage from the date of installation
- Complete project coordination — We manage permitting, electrical panel work, transfer switch installation, and gas line connection. Gas meter upgrades or replacements are handled in coordination with your utility provider — we’ll walk you through that process, though the utility handles the meter side directly
- Accurate load calculations — Every system recommendation is based on a real assessment of your home’s electrical demand, not a one-size-fits-all estimate
- Ongoing service regardless of installer — Already have a Generac system that needs service or maintenance? We service existing generators even when Hager Fox wasn’t the original installer
Hager Fox has been part of the Lansing community for over 80 years and has built a reputation on doing the work right — with licensed, background-checked technicians and no subcontractors on any job.
Installation, Warranty & Ongoing Support
Every new Generac whole-home standby generator comes backed by a 5-year limited manufacturer’s warranty covering parts and labor when installed by a certified dealer. Hager Fox is authorized to perform warranty service, so you have a single local contact for anything that comes up.
Routine maintenance typically includes:
- Oil and filter change
- Spark plug inspection and replacement as needed
- Battery and coolant system check
- Electrical connections and transfer switch inspection
- Full operational test
We also offer flexible financing options on installation and service, so backup power fits your budget without a large upfront commitment.
Common Questions About Generac Generators
How noisy is a Generac generator during operation?
Most residential Generac models run between 55 and 67 decibels — roughly equivalent to a central air conditioner. Installation placement can also help minimize any sound impact on your living space.
What’s the difference between a standby generator and a portable generator?
A portable generator requires manual startup, gasoline, and extension cords, and it can only power a limited number of devices at once. A whole-home standby generator starts automatically, runs on natural gas or propane, and powers your entire home’s electrical system — including heating, cooling, and appliances — without any involvement from you.
How often does a Generac generator need maintenance?
Generac recommends a first service at 25 hours of runtime for break-in, then every 200 hours or every two years after that. Hager Fox handles all routine maintenance and can set up a service schedule that keeps your system covered.
Can Hager Fox service my existing Generac generator?
Yes. We service and maintain Generac systems regardless of who originally installed them.
Will a generator add value to my home?
Whole-home generators are increasingly viewed as a practical home improvement, particularly in areas with a history of outage disruptions. Many buyers see backup power as a meaningful selling point, especially in rural and suburban Mid-Michigan neighborhoods.
Protect Your Home with Reliable Backup Power
- Unexpected outages can disrupt daily life and create unnecessary risk. A professionally installed standby generator provides dependable power when it matters most. Request service online or reach out at (517) 348-0412 to get started.