Winter outages
Keep backup heat, the well or sump pump, the fridge and the lights during a long outage: we choose the essential circuits based on your generator’s output.
Generators and transfer switches in the Eastern Townships: homes, chalets, farms, businesses
For a generator to power the house safely, you need a transfer device. We install the transfer switch, the outdoor power inlet and, for standby generators, the complete hookup. We choose the essential circuits with you based on the generator’s output.
- Free estimate within 24 hours
- 2-year labour warranty
- RBQ licence 5874-5597-01
- 5.0 from 43 Google reviews
Your situation
The cases we see most often, and what we do.
A portable generator to connect
Never through a regular outlet: it’s dangerous for you and for line workers. We install an outdoor power inlet and a transfer device, and show you the procedure.
A chalet or a country home
A backup plan that is set up and tested with you, so you don’t find the problem during the outage.
A standby generator
Automatic transfer switch, complete hookup, coordination with the gas supplier and the unit installer: the house restarts by itself.
A farm or business that can’t wait
Milking, ventilation, refrigeration, checkout: we identify what must stay powered and size the transfer accordingly.
Get your bearings before you call
What size generator do you need?
Start from a profile or check what you want to keep running during an outage. We add up your appliances’ running watts and the start-up of the largest motor, using the average values from Honda Canada’s guide.
Your appliances
Check your appliances: the result appears here.
A motor’s start-up only lasts a moment: we count only the largest one, starting motors one at a time. Average values. Your appliances’ actual values are on their nameplate (watts = volts × amps). We confirm the calculation with you before you buy.
Source: Honda Canada, average wattage requirement guide (new tab) · Our generator service
How it works
Who it’s for
- Homes and chalets
- Farms and agricultural buildings
- Businesses
- Buildings with pumps
- 1
Your request
Photos of the panel, the generator you have or plan to buy, the planned location.
- 2
Choosing the device
A panel interlock, a manual transfer switch or an automatic switch for a standby generator.
- 3
A detailed quote
What is included, and whether it is a fixed price or hourly. You sign it online.
- 4
Installation
Transfer device, outdoor power inlet or complete hookup of the standby generator.
- 5
A test with you
We simulate an outage and show you the procedure and what stays powered.
- 6
The invoice
Clear, and payable online.
What affects the price
No prices posted: every installation is different. Here is what matters, and the estimate is free, within 24 hours.
- The type of generator
- Portable or standby: output and starting method change the transfer equipment.
- How many circuits to power
- A few essential circuits or the whole house: the choice sets the device.
- Location
- The distance between the generator, the inlet and the panel.
- The existing panel
- An interlock needs a compatible panel; otherwise, a separate switch.
- Motor starts
- Pumps and motors draw more when starting: it matters for sizing.
Our clients talk about it
« Super service de William. Il répond rapidement aux demandes et prend le temps de bien expliquer les choix aux clients. Ils se sont présenté à l’heure déterminée et le résultat du travail est clean. Ils ont pris le temps de tout tester avant de partir. Sa plate-forme d’envoi de photo pour estimation et facturation est super simple d’utilisation aussi. Bref, je recommande assurément. »« L’équipe est professionnelle, ponctuelle et très compétente. Les travaux ont été réalisés avec soin et tout a été laissé propre à la fin. La communication a été excellente du début à la fin, et ils ont pris le temps de répondre à toutes mes questions. »Frequently asked questions
Can I plug my generator into a house outlet?
No. It can send power back into the grid and endanger line workers, on top of the fire risk. You need a transfer device installed by an electrician.
Manual or automatic transfer?
Manual with a portable generator: you take it out, plug it in and switch over. Automatic with a standby generator: the house restarts by itself.
Which circuits should be powered?
Usually backup heat, the well or sump pump, the fridge, a few outlets and lighting. We choose them with you based on the generator’s output.
What size of generator do I need?
We add up the essential circuits and the motor starts. We do that calculation with you before you buy.
Who does the work?
The LTE Électrique team, a family business of 6 people led by William Letendre, third-generation master electrician and CMEQ member (RBQ licence 5874-5597-01). Our electricians average more than 10 years of experience and have more than 1,500 jobs behind them.
An electrical project?
We call you back the same day.
Call or text 819 570-9836. Free estimate within 24 hours, anywhere in Sherbrooke and the Eastern Townships.
Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
5.0 from 43 Google reviews