Your trusted local Authorized KOHLER Dealer in Illinois
Get a free in-home consultation and a no-obligation quote.

How We Work Together
From your first inquiry to final installation, we're here to make the process simple and stress-free. Here's what you can expect:
1. Free Home Consultation
We'll schedule a site visit to review your home's layout and power needs.
2. No-Obligation Quote
We'll recommend the right generator size, review installation requirements such as placement, fuel source, and permits, and provide a detailed, no-obligation quote.
3. Professional Installation
As KOHLER-certified technicians, we'll install your generator with expert care and precision.
4. Ongoing Support
We'll provide continued support through service contracts and maintenance plans to keep your generator running at its best.
Standby Generators for Every Home
20 kW
Powers most major appliances:
- • Entire kitchen
- • Most electronic devices
- • Heating and A/C Unit
26kW
Powers your entire home, including:
- • Heating and A/C Unit
- • Sump pump
- • Major appliances

About our dealership
We pledge to provide you with the highest Quality, Integrity & Dependability for all your electrical needs.
Since 1983, North Shore Electric has provided exceptional installations and service for thousands of homes and businesses. With our highly trained team, you experience service that will be done right the first time. We use proven reliable products that will be long lasting and our employees take pride in providing high quality work. You expect quality and North Shore Electric is trained to meet those expectations and go beyond.
North Shore Electric is a family owned and operated company that treats each home and business as if it were our own. We install products that we would use in our homes and we are mindful that we are working where you live. Our entire team is trustworthy and we care about your home. We stand behind our products and services with an award winning and dedicated Customer Service department.
We understand the importance of project schedule deadlines and have designed our installation methodology to keep construction on schedule. Our team is committed to provide responsive and timely service to your needs.
We know that it's the people that work at North Shore Electric that make the difference. Our employees are trained professional who take pride in their work. Each job is done with precision and efficiency. As part of our continuing education we regularly attend classes to stay up to date on the latest products, installations and building code changes.
Trusted by homeowners like you
I don't have to be anxious
If a big storm is coming through - I don't have to be anxious about it.
Carol D.
I am just so grateful
We were without power for five days, but we just lived our life. I am just so grateful.
Susie B.
Kohler was, by far, the best
I looked at a couple different brands, and decided Kohler was, by far, the best.
Alex L.
Get a Quote
We'll talk about your specific needs and provide a quote on a backup power product and installation that is right for you.
8107 RIDGEWAY AVE
SKOKIE, IL 60076