Rowlett, Texas
Generac standby generators for Rowlett homes, ready for the next storm
From the homes along Lake Ray Hubbard to the neighborhoods off Highway 66, Protek Electric installs and services Generac home standby generators across Rowlett. We handle the city permit, the gas line and the transfer switch.
Dec. 26, 2015
Tornado
Feb. 2021
Winter storm
Storms in Rowlett
Two storms Rowlett hasn't forgotten
December 26, 2015
The Rowlett tornado
An EF4 tornado tracked through Sunnyvale and Garland, crossed Lake Ray Hubbard and hit eastern Rowlett at EF3 strength the evening after Christmas.
854
homes damaged
148
homes destroyed
4,900
still without power two days later
February 2021
The winter storm
As the grid failed, rolling blackouts stretched from hours to days across Texas. Dallas County, home to most of Rowlett, was approved for federal disaster assistance.
Days
some homes went without power
14.4 million
Texans with water problems
Power Loss
On Generac Backup
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Power Loss
On Generac Backup
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Utility power: off. No lights, no AC, no refrigerator, no Wi-Fi, and no way to know how long it will last.
Generator power: on. Lights, AC, refrigerator and Wi-Fi back in about 30 seconds, automatically, while the neighbors wait it out.
Photo placeholder · Generac generator on a raised stand beside a lakeside home in Rowlett
Homes near Lake Ray Hubbard
Near the lake and prone to flooding? We raise the generator.
A generator has to stay out of standing water to keep running. If your home sits near Lake Ray Hubbard or in a low spot that floods, we can install the generator on a stand that lifts it above the ground and out of the water's reach.
We look at where water collects in your yard before choosing a spot.
We keep the unit away from downspouts and sprinkler runoff.
If flooding is a risk, the generator goes up on a raised stand.
Permits in Rowlett
We pull the Rowlett permit for you
Rowlett reviews every generator permit before work starts. We put the package together, submit it through the city’s online portal and schedule the inspections. Expect about one to two weeks for the permit.
7–14 days
typical permit time
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contractor to call
What goes into a Rowlett permit
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Registered installer
The installer has to be registered with the City of Rowlett.
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Licensed trades on the application
A master electrician and a master plumber* are listed on the permit.
3
Site plan
Shows the generator, your house, setbacks to the property lines and the new gas line.
4
Generac specs and HOA approval
The manufacturer’s specifications, plus HOA approval if your neighborhood requires it.
5
Outdoor emergency shutoff
An emergency shutoff has to be reachable outdoors. The generator’s own disconnect counts when it’s within sight.
*Our authorized plumbing subcontractor runs the gas piping. We coordinate HOA approval, but any fence, screen or cover the HOA requires is built by your own contractor. Permit details: City of Rowlett generator permit packet. Rowlett Building Safety: 972-412-6125.
Around Rowlett
Rowlett neighborhoods we serve
Protek works in neighborhoods across Rowlett, including the four below. Each install is laid out around that home’s lot, gas meter and HOA rules.
Homestead at Liberty Grove
Cottonwood Creek
Waters Edge
Harborside
Your install
What a Rowlett install includes
01
Load calculation
We size the generator to the loads you choose, not a guess.
02
Natural gas hookup*
Most Rowlett homes we install on run on natural gas, so we connect to your existing line.
03
Transfer switch
It moves your home to generator power automatically when the grid goes down.
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Start-up and Oncor
We handle the Oncor coordination, fire up the generator and show you how it works.
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Included with every install
More than the install
Every Generac generator Protek installs comes with remote monitoring and its first maintenance, so you’re covered from day one.
1 year included
Dealer Remote Monitoring
For the first year, we can watch your generator remotely and get ahead of problems before they leave you in the dark.
Alerts when maintenance is due
Remote diagnosis of the unit
Proactive service if an issue comes up
Included with purchase
First maintenance at break-in
Your generator’s first maintenance, at the end of its break-in period, is part of the purchase.
Oil change
Air filter
Spark plugs
Battery check
Rowlett FAQ
Rowlett generator questions
Questions about your Rowlett home?
Pick up the phone and ask. A Protek electrician will give you a straight answer.
Do I need a permit for a generator in Rowlett?
Yes. Rowlett reviews every generator permit before work starts. The installer has to be registered with the city, and a master electrician and master plumber are listed on the application. We handle the permit, and most come through in 7 to 14 days.
My home is near Lake Ray Hubbard. Can it still have a generator?
Yes. If your yard is prone to flooding, we can install the generator on a raised stand so it sits above the ground and out of standing water.
Will a generator run my home during a long outage?
On natural gas, a standby generator doesn’t need refueling, so it can keep your home running through a multi-day outage like the 2021 winter storm, as long as gas service stays on.
Do most Rowlett homes use natural gas or propane?
Most Rowlett homes we install generators on have natural gas, so the generator connects to the existing gas line.
Will you handle my HOA?
Yes. We put together what your HOA asks for and work with them on approval. Fences, screens and covers aren’t part of our work, so if your HOA requires one, your own contractor builds it.
Who is the power company in Rowlett?
Oncor delivers power everywhere in Rowlett, and lining up the Oncor side of the job is part of our install.
Free generator estimates
Get a generator estimate for your Rowlett home
Near the lake or across town, let us know about your home and which circuits matter most. We’ll plan the placement on site and quote a fair, upfront price.
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Request your free estimate
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Talk through your project with us
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Schedule your work