Generator Installation · Savannah, GA
Generator Installation in Savannah, GA
Hurricanes Matthew in 2016 and Irma in 2017 both brought outages and flooding to Savannah, and low-lying neighborhoods near the marsh face flooding from heavy rain and high tides too. Backup power here means thinking about water: standby generators should sit above expected flood levels, in enclosures suited to salt air.
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- Independent, licensed electricians
- Serving Landmark Historic District, Victorian District, Ardsley Park and more
What's different about generator installation in Savannah
In the historic districts, where lots are small and exterior changes are reviewed, a portable generator with an inlet and interlock is often the practical choice. Georgia Power owns the service, and permits come from the City of Savannah or Chatham County.
Historic homes often have wiring from many eras, and the historic district's review board regulates visible exterior changes such as meters and equipment. Outdoor equipment near the marsh and water corrodes faster in salt air.
Weather and the utility in Savannah
Savannah has long, humid summers with frequent thunderstorms, and hurricane season runs June through November; Hurricanes Matthew in 2016 and Irma in 2017 brought outages and flooding to the area. Low-lying streets and marsh-front neighborhoods flood during heavy rain and the highest tides. Salt air corrodes outdoor electrical equipment near the water. Georgia Power serves Savannah and handles meters, service drops and post-storm restoration. Any electrical equipment that has been under water should be inspected before it is energized.
- Permits in Savannah
- Inside city limits, electrical permits come from the City of Savannah's development services; Chatham County and the island communities have their own. Exterior changes in the historic districts need design review.
- Electric utility
- Georgia Power
- Where we connect you
- 16 ZIP codes in Savannah, including Landmark Historic District, Victorian District, Ardsley Park, Starland, Midtown, Southside
Signs it's time to call
- Frequent outages from storms, ice or heat
- Medical equipment, sump pumps or freezers that cannot lose power
- A portable generator with no safe way to connect
- Planning a whole-home standby unit
How the job usually goes
1. Size the load
Circuits that must stay powered are listed and the generator sized.
2. Choose the connection
Inlet and interlock, manual transfer switch or automatic transfer switch.
3. Install and inspect
Permitted installation, gas connection by a licensed fitter where needed, and inspection.
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What moves the price in Savannah
Electricians set their own prices. Local permit fees, utility coordination and the age of the home all play a part, along with:
- Portable inlet versus standby system
- Generator size
- Transfer switch type
- Distance from panel and gas source
- Pad, permits and inspection
Stop and call an electrician if
- ✕ Never backfeed through an outlet
- ✕ Never run a generator in a garage
Generator Installation in Savannah: questions
Do I need a permit for generator installation in Savannah?
In most cases, yes. Inside city limits, electrical permits come from the City of Savannah's development services; Chatham County and the island communities have their own. Exterior changes in the historic districts need design review. The electrician normally pulls the permit and arranges the inspection.
Is an interlock kit legal?
Listed interlock kits are accepted in many jurisdictions when installed with a permit. Your electrician will know the local rule.
What electrical issues are common in Savannah homes?
Electricians in Savannah most often see: older wiring in historic district homes; hurricane and coastal-flood outages; salt-air corrosion on outdoor equipment.
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