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Generator Installations

Temporary backup generators are cost-effective and incredibly useful power-generating devices that are common in many residential situations. Call us today to have your backup generator installed!

 

Signs to have your generator replaced:

 

  • You experience inconsistent power supply.
  • Your generator is outdated by 10+ years.
  • There are signs of corrosion, rust, and damage on your generator.
  • There is a leak.
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4 Steps for Generator Installation

Step 1: Choose a Location

 

A home consultation will help you pick a location for the generator.

 

The location should meet these guidelines:

 

  • Stable, well-drained area that will not flood.
  • Room around the generator for the technician and maintenance personnel.
  • Keep in mind any homeowner association and community restrictions when choosing a site.

 

Approximate clearances to keep in mind:

 

  • 18 inches (1.5 feet) from the house
  • 60 inches (5 feet) from doors, windows, and fresh air intakes
  • 36 inches (3 feet) in front of the generator for servicing room
  • The closer the site is to a natural gas line and the electric meter, the more you will save on installation costs.

Step 2: Installation

 

  • Prepare the site with a concrete slab or pea gravel.
  • Place the generator on the concrete slab/ gravel.

 

Step 3: Connecting Fuel and Electrical

 

  • The fuel line is connected.
  • Transfer switch installed next to the main breaker box.
  • The transfer switch senses where the power is coming from and when to switch over to generator power.

 

Step 4: Outage Simulation

 

  • Technician checks that everything works as it should.
  • Set up weekly self-tests to ensure everything continues to function as normal.
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