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Veteran Owned + Operated

Fort Myers, Florida
(239) 362-2502

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FORT MYERS | CAPE CORAL | NAPLES

HOME GENERATOR SERVICES in Fort Myers, FL & Nearby Areas

Same/NEXT-DAY REPAIR OR INSTALL

"Need a local Electrician you can trust will get the job done right? We'd love to serve you! Give us a call!"
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Serving Clients Throughout SWFL
Since 2010

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Highly-trained & experienced Electricians. Fully vetted and background-checked. Ready to exceed your expectations.

LICENSED + INSURED

Serving SWFL customers for 13+ years. Licensed and Insured throughout Florida.
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If youโ€™ve lived in Southwest Florida long enough, you know how this goes. A storm rolls in, the power goes out, and suddenly youโ€™re figuring out what to do about the food in the fridge, the medications that need to stay cold, and the fact that itโ€™s 90 degrees outside with no AC.

A properly installed whole-home generator changes that entirely. When the power goes out, it comes on automatically. No extension cords running through the house. No scrambling for flashlights. You barely notice the outage happened.

Coharbor Electric helps homeowners across Southwest Florida choose and install the right generator for their home โ€” handling the wiring, transfer switch, permits, and everything in between.

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What We Do

We handle the full generator installation โ€” not just the unit itself, but everything that makes it actually work when you need it to.

That starts with figuring out the right size for your home. A generator thatโ€™s undersized wonโ€™t run everything you need. One thatโ€™s oversized costs more than it should and can cause its own problems. We look at your homeโ€™s load, talk through what you want protected, and recommend what makes sense.

From there we handle the transfer switch installation, the wiring, the gas line coordination if needed, and the final inspection. Everything is permitted and done to code.

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Whole-Home vs. Standby Generators

Most of the installs we do are standby generators โ€” permanently installed units that run on natural gas or propane and kick on automatically when the power goes out. They require no action on your part and can power your entire home or the circuits that matter most.

Portable generators are an option for some situations, but they come with real limitations โ€” manual startup, extension cord setups, carbon monoxide risks if used incorrectly, and no automatic transfer. For homeowners who want real peace of mind, a standby generator is the right answer.

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Why This Matters in Southwest Florida

Hurricane season runs June through November, but power outages in Southwest Florida happen year-round โ€” summer storms, transformer failures, grid issues. The homes that come through them without much disruption are the ones that were prepared ahead of time.

A generator isnโ€™t just a convenience. For households with medical equipment, elderly family members, or anyone who depends on climate control in Florida heat, itโ€™s a serious safety consideration.

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Why Coharbor Electric

Coharbor Electric is veteran-owned and family-operated. Jacob and Melissa started this company in Southwest Florida and have been through the same storms their customers have. They understand what it means to be without power in this climate โ€” and they take generator installation seriously because of it.

Our team is fully licensed and insured. We handle the permitting process. And weโ€™ve got 650+ five-star Google reviews from homeowners across the region whoโ€™ve trusted us to get this right.

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Where We Work

We install home generators throughout Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Sanibel Island, Estero, Fort Myers Beach, Lehigh Acres and surrounding areas.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know what size generator I need?

It depends on what you want to power. We do a load assessment before recommending anything โ€” looking at your homeโ€™s square footage, your panel, and the circuits that matter most to you. Weโ€™ll give you a real recommendation, not just whateverโ€™s most expensive.

How long does a generator installation take?

Most installations are completed in one to two days. If gas line work or panel upgrades are needed first, it may take a bit longer. Weโ€™ll walk you through the full timeline before we start.

Do I need a permit for generator installation in Florida?

Yes. Generator installations require permits and inspections in Florida. We handle all of that.

What fuel does a standby generator use?

Most standby generators run on natural gas or propane. Which one makes sense depends on whatโ€™s available at your property. Weโ€™ll help you figure that out during the assessment.

What generator brands do you install?

We work with all major generator brands including Generac, Kohler, Briggs & Stratton, and others. If you already have a brand in mind, we can work with it. If youโ€™re not sure, weโ€™ll help you figure out what makes the most sense for your home and budget.

Whatโ€™s a transfer switch and do I need one?

Yes โ€” a transfer switch is required for any generator installation. It safely connects the generator to your homeโ€™s electrical system and prevents backfeed, which can be dangerous for utility workers during an outage. We install the transfer switch as part of every job.

Can you service or repair an existing generator?

Call us and weโ€™ll take a look. We can assess what youโ€™ve got and let you know what it needs.

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Donโ€™t Wait Until Hurricane Season to Call

The time to install a generator is before you need it. By the time a storm is in the forecast, installers are booked out and equipment is backordered. Call Coharbor Electric now and weโ€™ll get you on the schedule.

OUR GENERATOR SERVICES INCLUDE:

Generator Installation (Start to Finish)

We install whole-home standby generators that turn on automatically when your power goes out. Theyโ€™re wired directly into your electrical panel and run on propane or natural gas.

No more dragging out a noisy portable generator. These units start within seconds and keep your essentials runningโ€”AC, fridge, internet, lights, medical equipmentโ€”you name it.

Not sure what size you need? Weโ€™ll help you figure it out and take care of permits, wiring, and the final setup.

Generator Maintenance & Repairs

Just like your car, your generator needs regular maintenance to stay ready. We offer annual service to make sure everythingโ€™s working as it should.

That includes:

  • Load testing

  • Checking the battery, oil, and filters

  • Making sure it kicks on when itโ€™s supposed to

And if your generator isnโ€™t working right? Weโ€™ll troubleshoot and fix itโ€”whether we installed it or not.

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Serving Southwest Florida including: Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral, and more...

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Our process

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

At Coharbor Electric, this is what to expect when entrusting us with fixing your electrical issues.

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ASSESSMENT

The first step is to get all the information we will need so that we can correctly assess the problem or situation. The photos or videos you send will be sent directly to the electrician.

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DISPATCH ELECTRICIAN

Once our electrician has the infoย he needs, we will dispatch oneย in the next available spotโ€“armed with expertise,ย equipment, and the parts heโ€™llย most likely need.

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REPAIR/ REPLACE/ INSTALL

Our Promise is to to You is to perform the job completely, efficiently, and to the Florida electrical code standards. We are committed to fair and honest pricing.ย 

Our pricing

WHAT DO WE CHARGE?

We offer flat rate pricing for service calls, so you always know the price up front. Simple to understand. Flat-rate fixed price so you can be confident youโ€™ll get what paid for.ย 

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Years of experience

WHY US?

As a Florida homeowner, you have an endless list of choices for electrical contractors to hireโ€ฆsome great, some good, some bad.ย 

At Coharbor Electric, our benchmark is to be โ€œgreatโ€.ย  If you decide to hire us for your electrical service, hereโ€™s what you can expect from our electricians:

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