Turn a compatible GM electric truck or SUV into a home backup source during PSPS shutoffs and storm outages, while still charging your vehicle for daily driving. King Electric and Solar designs, installs, and commissions the equipment that makes it work.
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A GM Energy system pairs bidirectional charging hardware with transfer equipment that can isolate your home from the grid and draw power from a compatible EV battery. For Placer, Nevada, and El Dorado County homeowners who lose power during PSPS events or winter storms, that means a backup option that doesn't rely on fuel storage or a generator startup cycle. King Electric and Solar handles the electrical side: panel evaluation, dedicated circuits, permits, and PG&E interconnection.
Every installation starts with checking your specific vehicle and equipment, then evaluating your home's electrical system before any quote is finalized.
Vehicle and equipment compatibility review
Main panel and service capacity assessment
Dedicated circuit and conduit routing
Transfer equipment and control gear installation
Permitting and PG&E interconnection paperwork
System commissioning and startup testing
Ongoing support after installation
Recent customer feedback about gm energy home backup services.
Highly Recommend King Electric and Solar! King Electric and Solar did an incredible job installing my GM Home Energy System. The installation crew—Jake, Ian, ... and Hayden—was punctual, professional, and friendly. They…
Owner reply
Thank you sonny for trusting us with your EV charger.
Sonny Vu
2026-07-29
Luke and Paul did great work hooking up our new main panel to pg&e
Brett Bartels
2026-08-12
Blakely is the best….. I’ve never seen one better👍 ❤️
Beninga1
2026-08-12
Paul and Luke were great. Both are great representatives for the company. The job was started on time and finished early. Looks great. We are very happy with the work done. Thank you
Owner reply
Thank you for trusting us to be your electricians Ken. We look forward to working with you on all your future…
Ken Cravens
2026-08-11
Guys showed up on time and were professional in appearance. They replaced my 200W panel and did a great job in doing so. We are satisfied with the work they accomplished.
Owner reply
Thank you so much Eric. Yours was a tough one, but I'm glad we were able to get it done to your satisfaction.
Sky Mechanic
2026-08-11
Luke and Paul were great!! Super professional and went the extra mile to make sure the house was spotless after they left. They did a fantastic job overall.
Owner reply
Thanks, Dorian! Luke and Paul appreciate the shoutout, and it's great to hear they left the place spotless.
Dorian Manriquez
2026-08-06
A working vehicle-to-home system depends on the right vehicle, the right equipment, and an electrical panel that can support it. Here's how we get there.
Bidirectional capability depends on the specific GM vehicle and charging equipment involved. We confirm compatibility before quoting anything.
We review your main panel, available service capacity, existing circuits, and priority loads to determine what the home can support.
We plan conduit routing, equipment placement, and required clearances so the system fits your property and meets code.
We handle the permit application and PG&E interconnection paperwork required for grid-isolating backup equipment.
Once approved, we install the dedicated circuits and transfer equipment, then test the system to confirm it operates as designed.
Get clear answers about gm energy home backup, preparation, timing, maintenance, and what to expect before requesting an estimate.
Q1
Yes. We handle the electrical side of GM Energy installations, including panel assessment, dedicated circuits, permitting, PG&E interconnection, and commissioning. Contact us to confirm current program details for your specific vehicle.
Q2
It's a system that combines bidirectional charging equipment with transfer and control gear, allowing a compatible GM EV battery to supply backup power to your home when paired with home energy storage components.
Q3
It depends on your specific vehicle model and the installed equipment. Bidirectional capability varies by GM vehicle, which is why we check compatibility before providing a quote.
Q4
Runtime depends on your vehicle's battery capacity, your home's electrical loads, and which circuits are backed up. We review your specific setup rather than quoting a general number upfront.
Q5
Often yes. Many households keep a standard charger for daily driving and add the bidirectional equipment separately for backup use. We can plan out both during the same visit.
Q6
Older or already full panels sometimes need an upgrade before this equipment can be added safely. We assess your panel's service capacity as part of every evaluation.
Q7
Yes. Grid-isolating backup equipment requires permitting and PG&E interconnection approval. We manage that paperwork as part of the installation process.
Q8
A vehicle-based system can offer more stored capacity than a typical wall battery, but using it for home power reduces driving range. Households needing both daily vehicle use and multi-day backup may be better served by a generator or a dedicated home battery.
Q1
Yes. We handle the electrical side of GM Energy installations, including panel assessment, dedicated circuits, permitting, PG&E interconnection, and commissioning. Contact us to confirm current program details for your specific vehicle.
Q3
It depends on your specific vehicle model and the installed equipment. Bidirectional capability varies by GM vehicle, which is why we check compatibility before providing a quote.
Q5
Often yes. Many households keep a standard charger for daily driving and add the bidirectional equipment separately for backup use. We can plan out both during the same visit.
Q7
Yes. Grid-isolating backup equipment requires permitting and PG&E interconnection approval. We manage that paperwork as part of the installation process.
Q2
It's a system that combines bidirectional charging equipment with transfer and control gear, allowing a compatible GM EV battery to supply backup power to your home when paired with home energy storage components.
Q4
Runtime depends on your vehicle's battery capacity, your home's electrical loads, and which circuits are backed up. We review your specific setup rather than quoting a general number upfront.
Q6
Older or already full panels sometimes need an upgrade before this equipment can be added safely. We assess your panel's service capacity as part of every evaluation.
Q8
A vehicle-based system can offer more stored capacity than a typical wall battery, but using it for home power reduces driving range. Households needing both daily vehicle use and multi-day backup may be better served by a generator or a dedicated home battery.
Get a straightforward review of your vehicle compatibility and electrical system before committing to anything. Serving Auburn, Roseville, Rocklin, Folsom, and the surrounding foothill communities.
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