Whole Home
Generator Installations
Serving Memphis &
the Mid-South
When the power goes out, life doesn't have to stop. Mid-South homeowners and businesses count on Benchmark Electric for reliable standby power solutions that keep everything running seamlessly.
Why Backup Power Matters
A utility outage can disrupt far more than your lights. For homeowners, that means refrigerated food spoils, heating and cooling systems go silent, and daily routines grind to a halt. For businesses, the stakes are even higher — servers go offline, refrigerated inventory is at risk, and employee productivity takes an immediate hit.
Fortunately, a properly installed standby generator eliminates all of that. Because the system activates automatically, you don't have to be home — or even awake — for your property to stay protected. Whether you're a homeowner or a business owner, Benchmark Electric delivers the peace of mind that comes with knowing the power never truly goes out.
The Home Generator Installer Memphis Trusts
Founded in 2004 by David Richey, Cordova-based Benchmark Electric has grown from a traditional electrical contractor into the Mid-South's premier destination for backup power solutions. Over two decades, our certified technicians have specialized in turnkey generator installations — meaning we handle every trade involved, from electrical and gas to concrete work.
As a result, you never have to coordinate multiple contractors or worry about gaps in accountability. Instead, you get a single point of contact from the first site visit through final commissioning. That streamlined approach is why so many Memphis-area homeowners and businesses return to us for every standby power need.
Comprehensive Backup Power Services
Residential Installations
- Whole-house generator systems
- Automatic transfer switch installation
- Load calculation & generator sizing
- Permit acquisition & inspections
- Ongoing maintenance programs
Commercial & Industrial
- Industrial backup power systems
- Mission-critical facility support
- Custom load management solutions
- Emergency power compliance consulting
- Local permits & code compliance
- Routine service & maintenance
Why We Partner Exclusively With Cummins
Not all generators are built the same. That's why Benchmark Electric installs only Cummins Power Generation equipment — a brand backed by more than 100 years of engineering excellence and American manufacturing.
Cummins systems are designed for long-term reliability, which translates directly to fewer service calls and lower lifetime ownership costs. Moreover, every Cummins unit comes with industry-leading warranties and nationwide service support.
For a deeper look at how we evaluate standby generators, generator ratings guide.
Standby vs. Portable Generators
Portable generators can serve as a short-term fix, but they come with real limitations — manual setup, limited capacity, and no weather protection. Permanently installed standby generators, by contrast, activate automatically within seconds of a utility outage, operate in any weather, and provide enough capacity for whole-home or facility-wide coverage.
Additionally, standby systems eliminate the logistical burden of dragging out extension cords or fueling a portable unit in the middle of the night. If you're still weighing your options, our guide on portable vs. permanently installed generators walks through the tradeoffs in detail.
Our Installation Process, step by step
Our factory-trained and certified team manages every phase of your project, so you don't have to worry about the details.
- Site Assessment - First, we evaluate electrical panels, gas lines, and placement options to minimize installation costs.
- Permit Processing - Next, we manage all required municipal approvals and inspections on your behalf.
- Professional Installation - Then, our team completes system installation including electrical and fuel line connections.
- System Commissioning - Following installation, we conduct thorough equipment testing, including transfer switch and generator load bank tests, as well as generator warranty activation.
- Customer Orientation - After that, we provide comprehensive training on generator system operation.
- Ongoing Support - Finally, we offer routine scheduled maintenance and after-hours support.
Educational Resources
We believe that well-informed customers make better decisions. Accordingly, our website covers a wide range of standby power topics to help you plan with confidence.
- How we rate and rank standby generators - pros and cons of air- and liquid-cooled generators including diesel.
- Whole House vs. Managed Whole House generators
- Generator Routine Maintenance
- Generator Repair Services
- What Size Generator do I Need for my Home?
- How Big A Generator for a 1500 Sq Ft House?
- How Much Does It Cost to Replace an Existing Generator?
- Why Cummins is a BUY and Generac is a BYE
- David's Blog helps guide the uninitiated with standby power
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Contact our team today to discuss your backup power needs. We're here to answer your questions, provide detailed estimates, and help you choose the perfect generator solution for your home or business.
Expert Backup Generator Installer
with 5-Star Google Reviews
I was unable to find a reason why my upstairs bathroom lights would not work. I called Benchmark and they got right back to me. They sent an electrician and even though it took him a few hours to find the problem THEY FOUND IT AND FIXED IT. WOW what a great job and the price was affordable.
Thank you Benchmark!
Satisfied completely, now I have a trusted friend to call on when needed. Thoroughly impressed by the Team at Benchmark Electric, their advice and follow thru is impeccable, their customer service is honest, accurate and direct. Anything from a complicated home generator install to rerouting an antiquated electrical system in an old home (me!), they got you covered with ease.
JP and Marcus were friendly, prompt, knowledgeable and cleaned up after themselves. Wife got home and said "Wow, I couldn't even tell they were here all day!" Hahaha, that's the perfect feedback!
I have used Benchmark for years. They service my generator every year and I have had no trouble from it at all. Recently I purchased new led lighting fixtures for my kitchen and laundry room. I called Benchmark to install them. Their guys arrived on time and got to work right away. They installed the fixtures quickly and perfectly. The guys were friendly and professional and it was a pleasure to have them in my home. They took all the old fixtures away including the old burned-out fluorescent bulbs. There was no debris or anything left when they were finished. Not even a speck of dust. The cost was super reasonable and I am very impressed with their workmanship. Many thanks to Benchmark.
Great company, great caring people and experience has been wonderful! Keep up the good work David and team!!
Working with Benchmark Electric for my generator install was a great experience. They made it an easy process. They wasted no time at all. Everything went quickly and smoothly. Every single person I came in contact with was very nice and professional. They even worked in the rain to make sure my generator was ready to go for a storm that was about to hit. They were definitely top shelf.
Benchmark Electric has been a game changer! It is everything we were looking for, and Scott delivered INCREDIBLE customer service!! His honesty, knowledge, and willingness to help my family with our generator was a GRAND SLAM!!!
We got quotes from multiple companies. Benchmark beat them all. Getting a generator system put in can be a costly purchase. We were EXTREMELY pleased with the affordability of this project from Benchmark!!!
Thank you 🙏 Benchmark & Scott for a job well done!!!!!
I was very pleased with Benchmark’s work and installation process.
Scott and his team of professionals are nothing short of spectacular. From the first meeting to the generator start-up test, Scott and his team made me feel like family. I was kept well informed of what to expect during this process.
If you are looking for outstanding customer service, highly knowledgeable technicians, and a great product for emergency situations, give Benchmark a call today. You will not be disappointed!
Benchmark recently installed a new Cummins 25kw liquid cooled generator at our house replacing a 23 year old generator.
We were very pleased with all aspects of our dealings with Benchmark from our first meeting with Scott to final installation. The Benchmark team was very professional, knowledgeable, courteous and responsive.
We talked to other generator installers and are very glad we made the decision to go with Benchmark and Cummins.
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