Do You Need a Permit for Generator Installation in Central Texas?
Why Permits Matter
Standby backup generators aren’t plug-and-play appliances, they connect to your home’s electrical system and often to your natural gas or propane supply. Because of this, most cities in Central Texas require permits for safe installation.
Permits aren’t just paperwork. They protect you, and ensure:
Your generator is installed to code.
The electrical and plumbing work is inspected.
Your system will perform safely during a freeze or storm.
Skipping this step risks fines, failed inspections, or worse — a system that doesn’t work when you need it most.
Permit Requirements in Central Texas
Here’s a breakdown of common permit rules in the Austin area:
Austin & Round Rock: Require both electrical and plumbing permits.
Georgetown & Cedar Park: Typically require permits for electrical panel tie-ins and gas line extensions.
Dripping Springs & surrounding counties: Often require permits if connecting to natural gas; propane installs may require inspection of tank and lines.
Requirements vary by jurisdiction. At Weatherproof Generators, we handle all permit applications and coordinate inspections for you.
Why Some Installers Skip Permits
Unfortunately, some generator “dealers” cut corners:
They sell the unit but subcontract plumbing and electrical without oversight.
They install undersized units and hope no inspector looks too closely.
They avoid pulling permits to “speed things up” or keep costs down to you, afraid of losing your business.
This might save time upfront, but it leaves the homeowner at risk. A failed inspection later can mean costly rework.
Our Approach: 100% Pass Rate
We don’t leave permitting to chance. Here’s how we handle it:
Electrical permits: Pulled and signed off by our licensed electrical company.
Plumbing permits: Handled by our licensed plumbing company.
Inspection coordination: We schedule, meet inspectors on site, and guarantee a passed inspection.
Even if one of our jobs is in a municipality that does not require an inspection, we install everything up to code and run our own internal inspections to the same, if not higher, standards.
That’s why Weatherproof Generators has a 100% passed inspection rate.
The Bottom Line
Yes, you need permits for standby generator installation in Central Texas — and you want a company that knows how to do it right.
Don’t risk fines or unsafe work. Choose licensed professionals who guarantee compliance.