Briggs & Stratton Authorized
Connecticut's #1 Platinum Dealer. Serving Hartford & Litchfield County since 1992 — Top Ten Dealer in New England
Since 1992, James Konopka and his team have been the electricians Hartford and Litchfield County homeowners and businesses call when the job has to be done right. We only install Briggs & Stratton — built and assembled in the USA, backed by a 10-year dealer-exclusive factory warranty.
400+Generators Installed
#1Platinum Dealer CT
4.9★Google Rating
24/7Emergency Service
Briggs & Stratton
Platinum Dealer
Connecticut's #1
Connecticut's #1
400+
Sold & Installed
#1
Dealer in CT
30+
Yrs Certified
Briggs & Stratton Platinum Dealer — Torrington, CT
Backed by the Best.
Built on 30 Years of Trust.
There are other generator companies in Connecticut — but none with our combination of factory certification, installation experience, and customer service. Whether you need a home standby generator, a commercial backup system, or a full industrial generator installation, we've been the answer since 1992. That's 30+ years of showing up and getting it right.
Platinum Dealer Status
Certified Briggs & Stratton Platinum Dealer — the highest B&S certification available. Factory trained, annually recertified, #1 in CT.
Full Warranty Support
We handle all factory warranty claims directly. No third parties, no runaround, no delays.
Parts Stocked In CT
Priority parts access means we fix problems fast. No waiting weeks for parts to ship from out of state.
24/7
Generator down when you need it most? We answer around the clock — including weekends and holidays.
Konopka Electric vs. The Competition
4.9★ — 62 Reviews
Tower Generator: 2.8★
Platinum Dealer — Factory Certified
Most: Not certified
Full warranty handled in-house
Others: Third-party claims
400+ Installed in CT
Most: <50 installs
30+ Years in Business
Many: Under 10 years
Generator Solutions
Every Application.
Every Property Type.
Most Popular
Residential
Home Standby
Generators
Generators
Automatically starts within seconds of an outage — protects your heat, sump pump, appliances, and security system around the clock. Smallest unit starts at 13kW, average home runs a 22kW.
13kW – 26kW capacity options
10-year dealer-exclusive factory warranty
Manufactured & assembled in the USA
Permit & inspection handled by us
Commercial
Commercial
Commercial
Generators
Generators
Keep your business running through any outage. Natural gas or propane — sized exactly for your load requirements. Offices, restaurants, retail, medical, and multi-unit properties.
20kW – 150kW capacity range
Load analysis included
Maintenance contracts available
Industrial
Industrial
Industrial
Generators
Generators
Heavy-duty backup power for manufacturing plants, warehouses, and critical infrastructure. Natural gas or propane — custom-engineered for your specific power requirements.
150kW+ heavy duty capacity
Custom load analysis & engineering
24/7 emergency service support
Our Process
From Site Assessment
to Fully Commissioned.
Every installation follows the same proven process — thorough, permitted, and backed by Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions Platinum Dealer certification. We handle everything so you don't have to.
1
Free Site Assessment & Load Analysis
We visit your property, assess your power needs, and recommend the right generator size. No overselling — just an honest recommendation.
2
Permit & Utility Coordination
We handle all permits and coordinate with your utility. You don't make a single call.
3
Professional Installation
Factory-certified technicians install your generator, transfer switch, and all electrical connections to code. Site left clean.
4
Testing & Commissioning
Full system test, walkthrough, and verification before we leave. Fully stocked service truck on every job.
5
Ongoing Service & Maintenance
Prepaid maintenance plans available. Spring and fall service cycles. 24/7 emergency response. We keep extensive records on every unit we service.
400+
Installed & Maintained
Across Connecticut
Across Connecticut
Common Questions
Generator Questions,
Answered Honestly.
A home standby generator installation typically costs $5,000–$12,000 installed, depending on generator size and electrical complexity. Commercial and industrial installations vary based on load requirements. We provide a free site assessment and written quote — no surprises. 0% financing available through Synchrony Financial (residential, subject to approval).
The smallest B&S unit starts at 13kW — the average Connecticut home runs a 22kW unit. Larger homes may need a bigger liquid-cooled unit. We perform a full load analysis at your site visit to recommend exactly the right size. We never oversell.
Yes — we handle everything. Permits with the local building department, utility coordination, and all inspections. You don't need to make a single call.
The Platinum Dealer designation is the highest certification Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions awards. It requires factory-trained technicians, annual recertification, stocked parts inventory, and a proven installation track record. Konopka Electric is Connecticut's #1 Platinum Dealer by volume — and has been awarded Top Ten Dealer in New England for 6 consecutive years.
Yes. We service all Briggs & Stratton generators regardless of who installed them. As the #1 Platinum Dealer in Connecticut, we have the factory-certified technicians, diagnostic tools, and OEM parts to service any B&S generator. We keep extensive records on every unit we service — no guessing when the last visit was.
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Connecticut's #1 Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions Platinum Dealer. Free site assessments, honest recommendations, and written quotes. No pressure.
(860) 496-0315 Request Online"Konopka Electric did an outstanding installation of our new generator. They were professional, timely and provided understandable explanations for the operation. Reasonable pricing — I highly recommend them."
Peter Bakker