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Generator Installation in Oakland County, MI

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Generator Installation pros in Oakland County

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Generator Installation by city in Oakland County

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The job

What generator installation usually includes

  • A load calculation to size the generator for the circuits you want backed up
  • Automatic transfer switch, or an inlet box with transfer switch or interlock for a portable unit
  • Pad placement that meets manufacturer and code clearances
  • Gas or propane line by a properly licensed mechanical contractor
  • Wiring, grounding and bonding between generator and panel
  • Start-up, a transfer test and owner walk-through
  • Electrical and mechanical permits with inspections
Price

What drives the cost of generator installation in Oakland County

  • Standby versus portable setup
  • Generator capacity and whole-home versus essential-circuits coverage
  • Transfer switch type and whether panel changes are needed
  • Distance from the panel and the gas meter to the generator location
  • Gas meter capacity or propane tank setup
  • Site work for the pad and any grading
  • Maintenance plan and warranty registration
Compare quotes

How to compare generator installation quotes

  • List the circuits you must keep running, such as sump pump, furnace and refrigerator.
  • Ask each installer for the load calculation and recommended size.
  • Confirm who handles the gas line and that both permits are in the quote.
  • Confirm the transfer switch type and where the unit will sit.
  • Check the electrical and mechanical licenses on the LARA lookup and compare maintenance plans and warranties.

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Generator Installation in Oakland County: FAQ

A standby unit starts on its own and runs on natural gas or propane. A portable unit with an inlet and transfer switch or interlock is the lower-commitment option but must be set up and fueled by hand.
Yes. The electrical connection needs an electrical permit, and a standby unit with a gas line also needs a mechanical permit.
No. Backfeeding through an outlet is dangerous and can energize utility lines. Use a proper inlet with a transfer switch or interlock.
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Permits come from the city, village or township where the property sits, not the county. Your city page lists the building department.

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