Briggs & Stratton Generators in Bountiful, UT
A Briggs & Stratton home standby generator keeps your Bountiful home powered automatically during outages - running your furnace, air conditioner, refrigerator, sump pump, and essential electronics within seconds of a power loss. Blue Best Plumbing, Heating, Air & Generators is an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer serving Bountiful and the Wasatch Front with professional sizing, permitted installation, and ongoing service for the full PowerProtect™ and PowerProtect™ DX (Fortress) standby lineup.
With 2,900+ five-star Google reviews and a team with more than 20 years serving Davis County homeowners, we handle every step in-house - load calculations, gas line, concrete pad, automatic transfer switch, electrical permits, startup, and annual maintenance. As a locally and women-owned and operated company, we stand behind the generators we install with honest pricing and the industry's longest warranty on qualifying Briggs & Stratton DX models.
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Why Bountiful Homeowners Install a Standby Generator
Utah's Wasatch Front sees wind events, winter storms, and aging-grid outages that can leave neighborhoods without power for hours or days.
A whole-home standby generator is a permanently installed backup power system that runs on natural gas or liquid propane, monitors utility power continuously, and starts automatically within 10 seconds of an outage. Unlike portable generators, there's no manual setup, no extension cords, and no carbon monoxide risk from running a unit near the house.
Bountiful homeowners typically install standby generators to:
Keep heating and cooling running - a home without heat during a January outage can drop below freezing in hours, leading to frozen pipes and costly damage.
Protect medical devices - CPAP machines, oxygen concentrators, dialysis equipment, and refrigerated medications stay online through any outage.
Preserve food and refrigeration - a full fridge and freezer can represent $500+ in perishable food that's at risk after a few hours without power.
Run sump pumps during storms - outages often coincide with the storms most likely to flood basements. A sump pump without power is the fastest way to a flooded basement.
Support remote work - Wi-Fi, routers, computers, and lighting stay up so work and school don't stop.
Increase home resale value - in Davis County's premium housing market, installed standby generators are commonly cited as a selling feature, with real estate data showing a $5,000–$12,000 value premium in outage-prone areas.
Why Choose Briggs & Stratton
Briggs & Stratton is one of the oldest and most trusted names in American power equipment. Their PowerProtect and PowerProtect DX standby lines are engineered to outperform Generac and Kohler on key homeowner-facing specs.
NGMax™ Natural Gas Performance
Briggs & Stratton's proprietary NGMax™ technology delivers the highest rated power output on natural gas in its class. A PowerProtect 22kW puts out 22kW on natural gas versus 18–19.5kW for leading competitors at similar ratings - more usable power for the same fuel line.
Industry-Leading 10-Year Warranty (DX Line)
PowerProtect DX models come with a 10-year parts, labor, and travel warranty - the longest and most comprehensive warranty on any home standby generator. The entire system is covered, including the automatic transfer switch.
5-Ton AC Motor Starting Capability
Every PowerProtect model from 13kW to 26kW can start a 5-ton air conditioner from a standstill. That means you don't have to compromise on summer cooling just because you're on generator power.
Symphony® II Power Management
The built-in Symphony II system manages up to 8 high-wattage appliances automatically, so a smaller generator can still cover a large home without overloading. You keep the AC, furnace, oven, water heater, and well pump running without load-shedding surprises.
Quiet Operation (65 dBA)
The 26kW PowerProtect runs at just 65 dBA at 7 meters - roughly the same sound level as a central AC condenser. Eco-Cise™ weekly self-tests run for only 16 seconds at low speed, keeping the neighbors happy.
Designed and Built in the USA
Briggs & Stratton standby generators are engineered and assembled in the USA with a commercial-grade Vanguard® engine. Corrosion-resistant Dura-Zen™ aluminum enclosures are built to handle Utah winters, wind, and snow load for decades.
Briggs & Stratton Generator Models We Install
We install and service the full Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect and PowerProtect DX (Fortress) lineup. Choosing the right model comes down to home size, which appliances you need to run, and whether you want whole-home coverage or essential-circuit backup.
PowerProtect 13kW
The most compact air-cooled standby in its class - a 50% smaller footprint than competitors and approved for installation as close as 18 inches from the house. Best fit for smaller Bountiful homes (under ~1,800 sq ft) or essential-loads backup on larger homes.
PowerProtect 18kW
A strong value choice for mid-size homes (roughly 1,800–2,800 sq ft). With Symphony II Power Management, the 18kW comfortably handles HVAC, kitchen, and most of the home's electrical load while keeping cost/kW low.
PowerProtect 22kW
The most popular whole-home size for Bountiful. A 22kW natural gas unit powers most 2,500–3,500 sq ft homes including central AC, furnace, water heater, and kitchen appliances without load management gymnastics. Briggs & Stratton's 22kW delivers full 22kW on NG - more than most competitor 22kW units.
PowerProtect 26kW
The industry's most powerful air-cooled home standby generator. For large Bountiful homes (3,500+ sq ft), multi-zone HVAC, well pumps, and homes with shops or ADUs. Still runs at a quiet 65 dBA.
PowerProtect DX (Dealer-Exclusive, 10-Year Warranty)
Available in 12kW, 20kW, and 26kW, the DX line is sold only through authorized Briggs & Stratton dealers like Blue Best. Same reliable power output as the standard PowerProtect line, but backed by the industry's longest 10-year parts, labor, and travel warranty.
Automatic Transfer Switches
Every installation includes a code-compliant automatic transfer switch (typically 200-amp service-rated for whole-home, or a smaller sub-panel ATS for critical-loads setups). The Symphony® II whole-house transfer switch enables the advanced load-management features above.
Why Choose Blue Best as Your Briggs & Stratton Dealer
What to Expect During Your Generator Installation
A proper standby generator install is a multi-trade project. Here's how Blue Best handles it from first call to first outage.
Step 1
Free in-home consultation
We walk your property, review your electrical panel and gas service, and discuss which circuits or appliances you want to keep running. You'll get model recommendations and a transparent quote.
Step 2
Load calculation and generator sizing
Our technician runs an on-site load calculation based on your square footage, HVAC equipment, well pump (if applicable), and critical appliances. This determines whether a 13kW, 18kW, 22kW, or 26kW PowerProtect is the right fit.
Step 3
Permitting and code compliance
We pull the electrical and gas permits required by Bountiful and Davis County, and handle all inspections. Utah requires licensed electricians and gas fitters for permanent generator installations.
Step 4
Site preparation and gas line
We pour a code-compliant concrete pad (or install an approved composite pad) and extend a natural gas or propane line to the generator location, sized for the unit's full-load demand.
Step 5
Electrical install and automatic transfer switch
Licensed electricians connect the generator to the automatic transfer switch, integrate it with your main panel, and configure Symphony® II power management for multi-appliance control.
Step 6
Startup, testing, and walkthrough
We commission the unit, run a full-load test, verify the weekly self-test schedule, and walk you through the control panel, the EnergyTrak™ app, maintenance intervals, and what to expect during an actual outage.
Whole-Home Coverage vs Critical-Loads Backup
Not every homeowner needs to power every circuit. The right-sized generator depends on how much of your home you want to keep running during an outage.
Whole-Home Coverage
- ✓Powers everything in the house - HVAC, kitchen, laundry, well pump, office
- ✓Typical size: 22kW or 26kW PowerProtect
- ✓Typical installed cost: $14,000–$19,000
- ✓Best for larger homes, homes with electric ranges or EVs, and homeowners who want zero compromise during outages
- ✓Uses a 200-amp whole-house automatic transfer switch with Symphony® II management
Critical-Loads Backup
- ✓Powers only essential circuits - furnace, fridge, sump pump, lights, internet, one AC zone
- ✓Typical size: 13kW or 18kW PowerProtect
- ✓Typical installed cost: $10,000–$13,000
- ✓Best for smaller homes, tighter budgets, or homes where full AC coverage isn't critical
- ✓Uses a dedicated sub-panel wired to essential circuits only
How to Size a Briggs & Stratton Generator for Your Home
Right-sizing a standby generator comes down to three things: square footage, HVAC load, and which appliances must run simultaneously.
A rough sizing guide for Bountiful homes on natural gas:
Under 1,800 sq ft, single AC unit, gas furnace: 13kW PowerProtect is usually sufficient
1,800–2,800 sq ft, single AC, gas heat, standard appliances: 18kW PowerProtect
2,500–3,500 sq ft, central AC + electric range or well pump: 22kW PowerProtect (most common choice)
3,500+ sq ft, multi-zone HVAC, shops, ADUs, or all-electric homes: 26kW PowerProtect
The numbers above are starting points. Electric water heaters, EV chargers, hot tubs, well pumps, and multi-stage AC systems can push sizing up a tier. Our technicians run a full load calculation on-site so you don't end up with a generator that either can't keep up or is oversized for your fuel supply.
Natural gas vs liquid propane: most Bountiful homes use natural gas (unlimited runtime as long as the utility gas line is intact). Rural properties without gas service typically use liquid propane from an on-site tank - plan on a 500–1,000 gallon tank to get 7–14 days of runtime at moderate load.
Protect Your Home Before the Next Outage
Blue Best makes it easy to move from "we should probably get a generator" to a fully installed, permitted, and tested Briggs & Stratton standby system. Schedule a free in-home consultation and we'll size the right unit, quote it upfront, and handle the full install from permit to startup.
Briggs & Stratton Generator Installation Throughout the Wasatch Front
We install, service, and repair Briggs & Stratton standby generators across Davis, Weber, and Salt Lake counties.
Frequently Asked Questions
A complete Briggs & Stratton standby installation in Bountiful typically costs $10,000 to $19,000 depending on generator size and install complexity. A 13kW critical-loads install runs $10,000–$13,000; a 22kW whole-home install runs $14,000–$19,000; a 26kW large-home install runs $17,000–$25,000. Pricing includes the generator, concrete pad, gas line (up to 50 ft), automatic transfer switch, permits, and commissioning. Financing is available on qualifying purchases, on approved credit; terms subject to change.
Yes. Every PowerProtect model from 13kW to 26kW can start a 5-ton air conditioner, and the 22kW and 26kW units are sized to run a full home including central AC, furnace, kitchen, and laundry simultaneously. Smaller units use Symphony® II Power Management to handle up to 8 high-wattage appliances automatically without overload.
Both lines use the same commercial-grade Briggs & Stratton Vanguard® engine and NGMax™ natural gas technology. The PowerProtect DX line is sold only through authorized dealers like Blue Best and comes with the industry's longest 10-year parts, labor, and travel warranty - compared to the standard 6-year warranty on the non-DX line. DX is available in 12kW, 20kW, and 26kW.
Yes. Standby generators run a brief self-test each week automatically, but they also need an annual service visit that includes oil, oil filter, air filter, spark plugs, and battery testing. Skipped maintenance is the single biggest reason generators fail to start during an actual outage. Blue Best offers annual generator maintenance plans that keep the 10-year DX warranty in force and catch issues before they become failures.
Yes. Blue Best services Briggs & Stratton standby generators regardless of who originally installed them, and we also service most other major brands. Most "won't start" issues are battery, fuel supply, or controller problems that can be diagnosed and fixed in a single visit. Call 801-801-BEST (2378) to schedule a service appointment.
Most Bountiful homes fall into one of four sizes: 13kW for homes under 1,800 sq ft or essential-loads only, 18kW for 1,800–2,800 sq ft, 22kW for 2,500–3,500 sq ft whole-home coverage, and 26kW for large or all-electric homes. Sizing depends on square footage, HVAC equipment, and any well pumps, EV chargers, or electric ranges. Our technicians run a full on-site load calculation before recommending a model.
Most Briggs & Stratton standby installations take 1 to 2 days of on-site work once permits are in hand. Permit approval through Bountiful and Davis County typically adds 1 to 3 weeks from quote to installation day. The generator itself installs quickly - the longest steps are the concrete pad cure, gas line run, and electrical integration with the main panel.
Yes. Bountiful and Davis County require both an electrical permit (for the automatic transfer switch and panel work) and a gas permit if the unit runs on natural gas or propane. Combined permit fees typically run $200–$600 and are included in our quoted price. Blue Best pulls all permits and handles inspections - DIY installs are not permitted for code and insurance reasons.
Natural gas is usually the better choice for Bountiful homes already served by the gas utility - it offers unlimited runtime with no tank to refill. Liquid propane is the right call for rural properties without gas service. A 500–1,000 gallon propane tank provides 7–14 days of runtime at moderate load. Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect generators run on either fuel and can be field-converted.
