Just a heads up for anyone wanting this done or if you have been sitting on the fence about getting one.  I am moving out of the area in May 2010.  If you want this done, please get with me soon. 

Please don't wait till a storm is knocking on our door to call me.  Because, I will not be able to get to you.

It really is the best, safest, only way to go if you have a small to medium sized portable generator.  Not too mention, I was bombarded last season when storms where out there and I could not get to everyone at the same time.   

I can install a transfer switch that will handle a 30 amp or less portable generator on 100 amp service for $350.00.  This includes materials and labor.  This means that you need to have a 100 amp or under main breaker outside of your home for this setup to work for you.  Usually, most 7500 watt and below generators output 30 amps to thier 220V outlet.  Most portable generators above 7500 watts output 50 amps to thier 220V outlet.  If you have a 50 amp portable generator, it's just slightly more due to wire sizes and outlet amperage ratings being more.  This covers a standard installation of the switch and outlet next to your meter box.  If the switch or outlet needs to be located farther away due to other components (telephone box, cable box) mounted in the way, the price will be slightly more due to extra wire and conduit needed.  Just give me a call and I'll come take a look for free.  No charge for me to come take a look and give you any info.

This switch will allow you to switch from gulf power to your generator in a safe way. It will allow you to choose which circuits you want to power and you can change those circuits at any time in your house sub panel.

I have been in the Electrical field for 10+ years now.  Did commercial electrical work for 6 years and then went and got my Electrical Engineering degree.   I got out of the construction side of things and now sit behind a desk all day. But I still do side jobs like this from time to time to help folks out and make some extra fishing money.

I have installed one for FelixH, dockmaster, LyinDog, JoeBuck, Tdevil76, RUSTY, Promark, opus68, Tricktoo, dugf007, pirate@40something, Beached,  and many other people that found me on the forum for references etc...

You can PM for more details or if you want me to come take a look, free of charge, at possibly installing one.

Here is a picture of the setup on my house with a paintshop label job so you can see what is what.

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USN RETIRED

$335.00 covers all material and labor for the basic install to handle a 7500 watt, 30 amp or less generator.  Just shoot me a PM or call me up on my cell to come take a look.

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Jon does some very good work! Very organized and clean install, which is the way I like things done. Thankfully, I haven't had a need to use the switch he installed for me, but it's there for when I do need it.

Felix

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Captain of the toy charter boat "Tuggy"

Jon did a great job for me.  I have not had to use the switch yet (thankfully) but I do have peace of mind knowing that it is there.

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JoeBuck

Pensacola

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Highly recommend Knot A Yacht.

RUSTY
ROLL TIDE

USN RETIRED

Thanks for the kind words and plug Rusty.  It's amazing at how simple it is to hook your generator up with the switch isn't it?  No more bare wires and no more worries about backfeeding the power pole.  Keeps everyone safe.

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USN RETIRED

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Jon

 I have people ask me all the time. I need someone I can send them to. PM me

 

 

"You just cant beat the person who never gives up." Babe Ruth

  

18' Blue Wave

Just saw your post.  PM sent.

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UNDERWATER HELMET-CAM VIDEOS SPEARFISHING, USS ORISKANY, SHARKS, AND PICS!

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32' Marinette Dive Machine w/twin 318's   _{^{PFF FORUM MEMBER SINCE 1/2/06}}

~2009 "Unofficial PFF Spring Shark Tounament" Winners!~

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Thanks for the plug Clay.  I guess your a nice guy after all.  You still can't shoot fish.  But your good at that little head camera thingy. 

Back to the subject: I am a little anal when it comes to my work and I like it to look nice as well as function as described.  I can't stand ugly electrical work especially when it's located somewhere like the outside of your house for everyone to see.

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how big of a generator would i need to power the entire house(3500sqft)? 

what would that cost? 

how long will it run before needing more fuel?

thanks in advance

PM sent

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Give me a call if you would like me to come take a look and talk to you about installing one.  No charge for my time to come take a look. 

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Jonathan Jones

2005 Triton 173sport

1984 SeaRay 210

Just give me a call when you get in.  I'll be happy to come by and take a look.  A 6500 watt generator will be 30 amp.

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Jon

Jonathan Jones

2005 Triton 173sport

1984 SeaRay 210

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Thanks for your patience.

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Jon

Each day is a GIFT, that is why it is called the PRESENT!

14' randall craft with trolling motor! Yeah Baby!

MIKE TAVENER

 Mike

http://www.forumpictureprocessor.com/gallery.asp?gallery=1173

Created a Facebook to find old Navy Buds

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Central AC - No.

Hot water heater - Yes, with everything else off.

I run two refrigerators, one stand up freezer, 5000 BTU window ac unit, Lights as I need them, Computer, TV, Fans.  All off of my 5500 running watts generator.

I am still out in this crazy state they call California.  Man it's hot in this stupid desert.  I should be back in town by this weekend and get back to installing the remaining forum members that are waiting on me.

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Jon