There are 3 main types of generator installations in houses in Nova Scotia. While scrolling the web you may find others. These are the 3 that are approved for use in NS and their associated costs. While supplies have been scarce in the past, the recent storm will not make matters better. We are doing everything we can to source materials for ALL options. Generator panels are currently the most readily available.
Manual Transfer Generator Panel
30A - $1400 plus hst.
50A - $1700 plus hst
Generator to be purchased by homeowner.
A generator panel gets wired through your existing homes electrical system. It is a separate panel from your main electrical panel. All of the essential loads get wired into the generator panel. The electricity will run under normal utility state and during an outage one must flip the transfer switch over to “generator”. This goes to a dedicated outdoor plug in which to plug your generator into. An advantage of this system is we can place this inlet anywhere on property. These are generally around 16 circuit.
Generally, what we will put on the generator panel is as followed.
- Kitchen lights and plugs
- Well Pump
- Sump pump
- Any medical equipment
- Microwave
- Bedroom lighting
- Fridge
- Mini Split heat pump
- Oil/Propane furnaces and water heaters
The generator panel is pictured in the bottom left above
Generlink
Supply and installation of Generlink - $2300
Generator to be purchased by homeowner.
Supply of these units is scarce. We have a large order in and hoping to receive in the next month or so.
This installation has to be coordinated with NSP. It pushes on to your existing electrical system and takes a matter of minutes to install. Once installed you can plug your generator and prioritize loads by turning off unessential loads at your existing electrical panel.
GenerLink™ Transfer Switch Features and Benefits:
- 200 Amp Continuous, UL Listed meter mounted transfer switch.
- Prevents back feeding of the utility line.
- No rewiring or sub panel installation required.
- Works with most portable generators.
- Always installed, use it when you need it.
- Requires a 240V, four-pronged outlet on the generator. Preferably 30A.
See the below list for compatible generators. If your generator is not on this list, please contact us and we will verify.
http://www.generlink.com/files/132793899.pdf
Stand by Generator
Supply and install of stand by generator – $10,000-$20,000
This installation is the most complex of all, but it also provides the best results. This is a worry-free option will power your whole home and heating with absolutely no action required by the home owner.
We will arrange pick up and installation of the generator. We also subcontract to qualified propane installers. Novatech Electric will prep and prepare a pad for the generator to sit on. We also handle all coordination with NSP to complete the installation.