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i just had loyd from fox valley electric hook up my transfer switch for my generator-
excellent job-
im running a 13000 watt dual fuel gen to a 30 amp 10 switch transfer switch-
we lost power out here for 3 days- it sucked
call them if you need electric work done-
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What can you run with 13k? Curious how much is needed for basic needs vs going about the day as normal.
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i can run my well pump and most components in my house minus AC-
amps x volts = wattage
13000 watts / 120v = 108 amps
plenty of power-
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for a well pump- determ wires from 200A service and run them to a 30A plug- then run the line to ur pressure switch-
power outage? unplug ur cord- plug in ur genny n run ur well pump-
i have a second plug to run power to my transfer switch-
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How much did the transfer switch install cost?
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ill ask him what i would have paid- it was free for me.
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I have been trying to do the same here in Elgin but can't find anyone to do an install for me. The folks at Ace, Lowes and Home Depot will gladly order a generator for me, but can't suggest a contractor to install it. Generac has scheduled appointments for estimates three times so far with their sole installer, Pulse Electric, but Pulse can't be bothered to even contact me. Each estimate has to be scheduled a week in advance. I've wasted a month trying to deal with Generac and have made no progress whatsoever. The Generac customer service has been courteous and sympathetic but that's as far as it goes. Apparently, their only recourse is to schedule yet another appointment for an estimate a week in the future.

So, if anyone can suggest a contractor in the Elgin/Sonoita area, I would welcome any suggestions.
Thanks in advance.
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if you already have everything- it just needs wiring up- i can give him your # and you guys can work out the deal
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