Hurricane electrical prep in West Palm 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 West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, the county seat, mixes historic neighborhoods with older homes and new downtown condos, so electrical needs range from rewiring older houses to EV charging in new garages.
Storm surge and wind-driven rain make outdoor equipment placement important near the coast.
Permits in West Palm Beach go through the City of West Palm 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 West Palm Beach building department have the final say on requirements.