Hurricane electrical prep in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Hurricane prep means having a safe backup power plan, whole-home surge protection and a panel that is in good shape before the season starts on June 1.
What to know in Lake Worth Beach
Lake Worth Beach is one of the few places in the county with its own city-owned electric utility, so service changes and meter work are coordinated with the city utility rather than FPL.
Storm surge and wind-driven rain make outdoor equipment placement important near the coast.
Permits in Lake Worth Beach go through the City of Lake Worth Beach building department. Transfer switches, interlocks and generators require permits.
What the job usually involves
- Generator transfer switch or interlock
- Whole-home surge protection
- Checking outdoor equipment and connections
- A plan for safely restoring power after an outage
Questions to ask before you hire
- Can you install before the season rush?
- Do I need a transfer switch or an interlock?
- What is your Florida license number? (Verify the license on myfloridalicense.com)
- Are you insured, and can you send a certificate of insurance?
General information only, not a quote or code advice. Your contractor and the City of Lake Worth Beach building department have the final say on requirements.