Archive for September 2012

This install is in Renton.  Here we are installing the gas line.  Upsized to one inch. Generac Gen-ready load centers feature both the transfer switch and main 200amp panel in one “box”.  Great option that I don’t see other installers offering. There is some added cost for install due to code requirements for new panel…

First off I want to say that YES this generator is a “good deal” (but not for everybody).   Why you ask?  Read on and I will demystify and help you as you work through the process of making your decision. First, please see the above picture to understand what comes in the box. 12kw…

Sometimes we get calls to look at standby generators that we didn’t install. below is a picture of our most recent generator compliance inspection.  The customer was having issues with carbon monoxide getting into the house. When we arrived on site we found a creative solution to divert the fumes away from the house. Generac…

The first step was PSE upgrading the meter to increase the capacity for the generator. We reworked the 320 amp CT service.  We actually removed the old CT can and reduced the service to 200amps. This took careful coordination with the electrical inspector and PSE. The end result was great looking and reduced the service…

We passed all inspections the first try and the homeowner was happy. Outages just last longer in the Lake Tapps area, and this customer called us the prevent having to deal with repeated outages. This install went with the pre-pack load center. These make for a cost effective install compared with 200 amp SE rated…

This its what comes in the box from Generac. We are installing this on a 20kw unit next Monday. Nice little system.  The inside unit is totally wireless. The black unit with circuit board easily connects to the standby generator visible from the outside and sends the signal to the receiving unit inside the house.…