Briggs & Stratton
Home Standby Generators
in Erie, PA
As your local Briggs & Stratton dealer, Shalkham Electric helps you find the right generator — offering sales, installation, and maintenance to keep your home powered when you need it most.
- Industry-leading power output on propane and natural gas
- Safer, more versatile front-facing exhaust
- Dealer-exclusive 10-year comprehensive warranty
- Free consultation and no-obligation estimate available
Why You Need Backup Power
When the Power Goes Out,
Your Home Shouldn't Stop
Power outages can disrupt your life and leave you without essential comfort and safety. A Briggs & Stratton standby generator keeps your home powered automatically — the moment the grid goes down.
Comfort During an Outage
Keep cool or stay warm, watch your favorite show, and enjoy a hot meal while your standby generator keeps your home running.
Protection Against Outage Costs
Avoid hotel stays, spoiled food, and basement water and mold damage that can happen when a home sits without power.
Confidence for Your Family
A standby generator provides security that your family's life can continue uninterrupted, no matter the weather outside.
How It Works
Automatic Backup Power
in Less Than 30 Seconds
Permanently installed and connected to your gas line, your standby generator monitors utility power 24/7. The moment an outage hits, it activates automatically — you won't have to lift a finger.
Utility power is lost
A storm, grid failure, or utility outage cuts power to your home.
Transfer switch detects outage
The automatic transfer switch senses the loss of utility power instantly.
Generator powers on automatically
Your Briggs & Stratton starts and restores power to your home in under 30 seconds.
PowerProtect™ Models
Find the Right Generator for Your Home
Every home has different backup power needs. Shalkham Electric will review your home, fuel source, and appliances to match you with the right PowerProtect™ solution.
A compact standby option designed for essential power during an outage. Features a 39% smaller footprint than other leading generators — ideal for tight spaces and property lines.
- 39% smaller footprint than competing generators
- 37 kVA of motor starting power
- NGMax™ technology for superior natural gas output
- Natural gas or liquid propane
- Automatic transfer switch included
- 5-year limited warranty standard
Exceptional starting power and performance for homes that need to handle large appliances like air conditioning and well pumps. Front-facing exhaust blows fumes safely away from your home.
- Exceptional starting power for AC & well pumps
- Front-facing exhaust — safer for your home
- 24/7 EnergyTrak™ remote monitoring included
- Natural gas or liquid propane
- Automatic transfer switch included
- 10-year comprehensive warranty
The most popular choice for whole-home backup. Handles heavy loads like air conditioning and well pumps with ease, with front-facing exhaust and built-in 24/7 remote monitoring.
- Strong whole-home coverage for most homes
- Front-facing exhaust — safer for your home
- 24/7 EnergyTrak™ remote monitoring included
- Natural gas or liquid propane
- Automatic transfer switch included
- 10-year comprehensive warranty
The most powerful air-cooled standby generator available. Built for larger homes with heavy power demands — enough muscle to run everything at once including multiple AC units.
- Most powerful air-cooled standby generator available
- Handles whole-home loads including heavy AC
- Front-facing exhaust — safer for your home
- 24/7 EnergyTrak™ remote monitoring included
- Natural gas or liquid propane
- 10-year comprehensive warranty
PowerProtect™ Technology
Built for Certain. Built to Last.
Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect™ generators deliver greater power output and motor starting capability than the competition — backed by the industry's best 10-year comprehensive warranty.
Up to 13% More Power on Natural Gas
NGMax™ technology delivers more power on natural gas than competitors — more home coverage from the same generator.
Superior Motor Starting Capability
Large appliances and equipment — AC units, well pumps, refrigerators — start smoothly every time without tripping the system.
Commercial-Grade Vanguard® Engine
Designed for reliable, continuous performance from the engine experts at Briggs & Stratton.
Corrosion-Resistant Enclosure
Dura-Zen™ coating protects the enclosure and base against Pennsylvania's harsh weather, year after year.
16-Second Weekly Self-Test Mode
A quiet weekly test keeps the generator ready while minimizing noise and fuel use — automatic, always.
Remote Monitoring from Anywhere
Monitor your generator from your phone. Our team can also remotely diagnose issues before they become problems.
Symphony® II
Smarter Backup Power for Your Home
Do More With a Smaller Generator
Briggs & Stratton's Symphony® II Power Management System can allow a smaller, more affordable generator to power your entire home by intelligently managing high-wattage appliances — directing power where it's needed without you noticing.
This means you may be able to choose a less expensive model and still enjoy full-home coverage during an outage.
Symphony® II — Load Management
Your Free Consultation
What Happens During Your Free Consultation?
Designed to match your home with the right solution — no pressure, no obligation, no surprises.
Review Your Backup Power Goals
We discuss what you want to keep running during an outage — essential circuits or whole-home coverage.
Review Your Fuel Source
Briggs & Stratton standby generators connect to natural gas or liquid propane. We confirm what's available at your property.
Match the Right Generator & Transfer Switch
We recommend the right PowerProtect™ model and automatic transfer switch for your home's load requirements.
Provide a No-Obligation Estimate
You receive a clear, itemized estimate with transparent pricing. No hidden fees, no pressure.
Discuss Service & Maintenance Guidance
We explain what to expect after installation and how to keep your system ready for any outage.
Financing Options
Generator Financing Available Through Hearth
Make Backup Power Affordable
Shalkham Electric is partnered with Hearth for consumer financing. Most installations range from $12,000 to $18,000 — financing spreads that investment into manageable monthly payments so you can protect your home without delay.
60-second pre-qualification that does not affect your credit score. Multiple plan options available, including 0%* APR promotional offers.
Calculate Your Monthly Payment
Estimate your monthly payments with Hearth's financing calculator:
*0% interest is for promotional period only. Financing subject to credit approval.
Customer Reviews
What Erie Homeowners Are Saying
"We had our Briggs & Stratton installed by Shalkham last spring. During the big storm in November, we never even noticed the power went out — the generator kicked on instantly. Best investment we've ever made."
"Matthew and his crew were professional from start to finish. They pulled all permits, handled the gas hookup, and walked us through the EnergyTrak app. Installation was done in one day."
"Very transparent pricing — no hidden fees. The Hearth financing made it totally manageable. The generator has already paid for itself in peace of mind alone. Highly recommend Shalkham."
"My elderly mother lives alone and power outages were a real concern for us. The 22kW PowerProtect gives our whole family peace of mind. Shalkham was amazing throughout the entire process."
Local Service
Proudly Serving Erie, PA
& Surrounding Communities
We live and work here too. Shalkham Electric has been proudly serving Erie County and surrounding communities for years. When you call us, you're calling your neighbors — not a call center.
Licensed, insured, and ready to serve your area. Give us a call at (814) 873-2788 to get scheduled.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Started Today
Ready for Reliable Backup Power?
Protect Your Home with a Briggs & Stratton Standby Generator
Request your free consultation today. We'll match you with the right generator, handle all permits and inspections, and provide a transparent no-obligation estimate.
Get Your No-Obligation Estimate
Ready for Reliable Backup Power?
Protect your home with a Briggs & Stratton standby generator — automatic power, expert installation, and local service you can trust.