Frequently Asked Questions
What services does Modern Electrical & Generator Innovations offer?
We offer a comprehensive range of electrical services including EV charger sales/installation/repair, standby generators & power storage solutions, whole-house surge protection, residential lighting and rewiring, commercial and industrial electrical systems, home automation, and more.
Do you install EV charging stations for all electric vehicle brands?
Yes. We provide EV charging station sales and installation for all brands of electric vehicles—Tesla, Nissan, Chevrolet, BMW, Audi, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Volkswagen, and more.
What is “load management” in EV charger installations, and do you offer it?
Yes. When an existing electric service panel is near capacity, instead of an expensive service upgrade we use our load-management system from PSP to intelligently manage EV charger load without overloading the system.
What types of standby generators and power storage solutions do you provide?
We provide whole-house standby generators for homes and commercial properties and backup battery power-storage systems suitable for residential or commercial use.
Are you a dealer or authorized installer for top brands?
Yes—we are an authorized dealer/installer for a number of recognized industry brands including Briggs & Stratton, Champion, Generac, Kohler, Cummins, PSP Products, AMP Lighting, Tesla EV chargers, and others.
Do you offer home automation services?
Yes. We specialize in smart-home automation, including lighting control systems, smart locks, security cameras, voice/assistant integration, whole-home integration of lighting, climate, data, and backup power.
What surge-protection services do you offer?
We offer whole-house surge protection using PSP surge-protection devices, with features such as, lifetime warranty on the device itself and up to $100,000 warranty coverage on household electronics and appliances in many cases.
What service areas does your company cover?
We are based in Little Mountain, SC and serve Columbia, West Columbia, Lexington, Forest Acres, Winnsboro, Camden, Sumter, Saint Andrews, Arcadia Lakes, Irmo, Lake Wateree, Chapin, Ridgeway, Lugoff, Elgin, Blythewood, Lake Murray, Cayce, Prosperity, Saluda, Newberry, and surrounding areas.
Are you licensed, insured, and do you have long-term experience?
Yes. We bring over 30 years of experience, are fully licensed, bonded, and insured, locally-owned and operated in South Carolina.
Do you provide emergency or 24/7 service?
Yes. We provide 24/7 emergency electrical services to assist when urgent issues arise.
Can you service both residential and commercial/industrial customers?
Absolutely. We service residential homes (smart-home upgrades, rewiring, EV charger, lighting), as well as commercial buildings and industrial facilities (new construction wiring, converters, cranes, conveyors, data wiring, outdoor lighting).
Do you offer financing options for major electrical or generator projects?
Yes. We now offer financing options through Synchrony Bank and Shoreham Bank for major installations or upgrades.
How do I request a quote or get started?
You can contact us via phone at 803-343-9607 or submit a request for service/quote through our website, specifying your address, contact info, and service needed—EV charger, generator, power storage, residential/commercial electrical services.
What happens if my service panel is nearly full but I want to install an EV charger?
We can leverage load-management technology (PSP EV charger load-management system) to allow safe installation without necessarily doing a full service upgrade, which can save cost and complexity.
Why should I choose Modern Electrical & Generator Innovations over other contractors?
We combine decades of experience (30+ years), licensed & insured technicians, authorized top-brand partnerships, full service from design through installation and maintenance, competitive pricing, and 24/7 availability.
Does the company handle maintenance contracts for generators and backup systems?
Yes. We offer maintenance contracts (annual or bi-annual inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance) for generator and power-storage systems to ensure they are ready when needed.
Can you integrate smart automation with my backup generator or home power system?
Yes. We offer whole-home integration of smart systems, including lighting, climate, security, and backup power automation, so that generators, battery storage, and home automation work together seamlessly.
What types of industrial electrical services do you provide?
For industrial clients we handle facility, warehouse, outdoor/parking lot lighting, standby generators, conveyors, cranes, presses, VFD upgrades, data wiring, custom control panels, wiring for new construction/remodeling, and 24/7 maintenance service.
Is my older home eligible for modern upgrades like EV charging, smart home, and surge protection?
Yes. Whether you’re remodeling or updating an older home, we can upgrade panels, install EV chargers (with load-management if needed), add smart automation, whole-house surge protection, and other modern electrical systems.
What makes your generator and battery power storage solutions stormproof or reliable?
We install standby generators automatically activating during outages, and backup battery storage systems designed to keep homes/businesses powered during storms or grid failures. We are authorized dealers for storm-tested brands (e.g., Briggs & Stratton) with strong warranties.






