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Q: How close can a transfer switch be to a generator?

• <div><p>Generally, you&rsquo;ll want to keep between <b>60 and 70 feet</b> between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:</p><ul><li><p>The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.</p></li><li><p>It increases efficiency because you won&rsquo;t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.</p></li><li><p>Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: What can I run on different generator sizes?

• <div><p>Here&rsquo;s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:</p><p>Portable generator:</p><ul><li><p>2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. </p></li><li><p>4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.</p></li><li><p>8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.</p></li></ul><p>Partial to whole-house generator:</p><ul><li><p>20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home&rsquo;s power is still on.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: How do I know what size of whole house generator to choose?

• <div><p>Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you&rsquo;ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/electrical-load-calculation.htm">Calculate your home&rsquo;s electrical load</a> based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.</p></div>

Q: Do installations include unit assembly?

• <div><p>Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to set up utilities?

• <div><p>Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.</p></div>

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Aaron is a complete craftsman. He actively listens to the ideas and plans of his customers. He gives professional advice for any questions or concerns you may have and last but not least, he communicates very effectively. I would recommend Aaron for any of your carpentry needs. My wife and I...
God Inspired Everist Designs
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Reviewed in December 2023
Super nice guys and I was very happy with their service. I got a new outside garage door opener installed. I would highly recommend this company.
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Reviewed in October 2023
Door was installed professionally Great customer service. Quality work at reasonable price.
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I highly recommend Splash Pool Service. We have used their services for the past few years. Last summer Rodney and his team did amazing work installing a new in-ground pool liner. He and his crew are conscientious in all the work they do.
Splash Pool Services
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Reviewed in February 2023
Install completed perfectly in one day. Service people were friendly and professional. Our shower is now much safer than the old step in tub shower. It looks beautiful.
Bath Planet of Springfield
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JD helped us prepare the area for our new shop to be installed with grading, leveling, and removing the extra dirt. Very honest guy with a lot of experience and knowledge. We really enjoyed working with him as he made everything super easy!
All American Land Management
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Reviewed in February 2022
Everything went very smoothly! The installation process was very quick and smooth. My new door looks great! Jeff is really easy to work with.
Eden Construction
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Reviewed in December 2021
The solutions were explained in detail during the sales process and reviewed again before the work began. Tyler and the crew were courteous and professional while onsite installing foundation drainage system.
Foundation Recovery Systems
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Jon Jacobs and his crew did a wonderful job. Jon showed up the same day as I put in my request which surprised me because I expected to have to wait several days to get anyone to come out. My situation was a leaking roof. Jon explained that my roof had had repairs that were not done correctly...
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Reviewed in March 2021
Installed new furnace and AC. The guys, equipment and quality of work was amazing! Thank you!
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"Responsive, fair pricing. Quality of installation could have been done a little better as rods were slightly crooked and they did not pull the wiring tout on top of house so not totally parallel to roof line."

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"Project done professionally, they were courteous, cleaned up after themselves, took their time doing job right. Made recommendations and gave options on work to be done. Reasonably priced. I will be using them again in near future."

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.
It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.
Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers.
4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.
8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

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