Purpose
Site visit for SLS Electric to assess electrical service installation project, take measurements, and provide updated quote for 200A service plus generator options.
Contractor Information
- Company: SLS Electric LLC
- Contact: Steve
- Email: steve@slselectric.net
- Phone: +1 (248) 840-8399
- Address: 9939 Clarabella Rd, Clare, MI
- Website: slselectric.net
Background
Phone Call — December 1, 2025:
- Discussed 200A wire and panel installation options
- Reviewed generator options:
- Permanent standby generators (Generac-style) with automatic transfer switch
- Large portable units with 50A connection (~$3,000 Harbor Freight unit mentioned)
- Steve will provide two separate quotes:
- Electrical service installation (200A)
- Generator add-on options
Agenda
- Walk property and show trench route from house to garage
- Show existing 2” PVC conduit installed through garage foundation (4 conduits available)
- Review house main panel (200A, SW corner basement)
- Take measurements for wire run
- Discuss 200A wire capacity / 100A initial connection strategy
- Review generator options in detail:
- Permanent standby (Generac) — interlock location, transfer switch
- Portable generator connection — inlet box location, interlock
- Powering garage only vs. garage + house
- Discuss timeline and availability
Documents to Have Ready
- Electrician Project Scope Summary — Full specifications
- Electrical Planning — Detailed electrical design
- Photos of conduit installation on phone
- Property access for walkthrough
Key Specifications to Confirm
- Wire: 200A capacity (2/0 AWG copper or 4/0 AWG aluminum)
- House breaker: 100A at existing 200A panel
- Garage panel: 200A main breaker, 40+ circuits
- Distance: ~60-80 feet underground
- Conduit: 2” PVC already installed through foundation (4 conduits, long-radius bends)
Generator Discussion Points
Based on phone call, Steve will discuss:
Option 1: Permanent Standby Generator (Generac-style)
- Automatic transfer switch
- Natural gas connection (already planned for boiler)
- Whole-house backup capability
- Higher cost but automatic operation
Option 2: Large Portable Generator
- Manual transfer / interlock
- 50A connection (NEMA 14-50 inlet)
- Harbor Freight unit mentioned (~$3,000)
- Lower cost, manual operation during outages
Key Questions:
- Where should interlock be installed? (house panel vs. garage panel)
- Can generator at garage power both garage AND house?
- What’s the cost difference between options?
- Natural gas quick-connect for portable generator?
Timing Note
This site visit is scheduled for the same day framing starts (Dec 2-3, 2025). Framing crew (Hershberger’s) will also be on-site.
Comparison Context
Other quotes/visits:
- Seiter Electric: $4,600 (200A service, 42-space panel, permit included)
- Mr Electric: Site visit scheduled Dec 8
- Axiom Wiring: Quote requested, awaiting response
Weather
Weather:
Notes
Quote Details
Electrical Service (200A):
- Quote Amount:
- Scope:
- Timeline:
Generator Add-On:
- Option 1 (Permanent Standby):
- Option 2 (Portable Connection):
Decisions
Action Items
- Compare SLS quote to Seiter Electric ($4,600) when received
- Review generator options and decide on approach
- Follow up if quote not received within 3-5 business days after visit