Automatic Transfer Switch Installation & Repair
Ensure seamless power transition with professional automatic transfer switch installation, repair, and upgrades across Ontario.
The automatic transfer switch is the critical link between your generator and your electrical system. When the grid fails, the ATS detects the outage, signals the generator to start, and transfers your electrical load from utility power to generator power — all within seconds and without any manual intervention. A malfunctioning ATS means your generator can't do its job, no matter how well-maintained it is.
Ontario Generator Systems provides professional ATS installation for new generator systems, as well as repair and replacement services for existing transfer switches. We work with all major ATS brands and configurations, from residential 100-amp service entrance switches to large commercial systems with multiple transfer points and load-shedding capabilities.
Every ATS installation is performed to Ontario Electrical Safety Authority standards with proper permits and inspections. Our technicians test the complete transfer sequence — utility-to-generator and generator-to-utility — under actual load conditions to verify seamless operation. We also inspect and service existing transfer switches as part of our maintenance programs, catching contact wear, control board issues, and connection problems before they cause a failure.
Our Process
Assessment
We evaluate your existing electrical panel, generator system, and power requirements to recommend the appropriate ATS type and amperage rating.
Equipment Selection
We help you select the right transfer switch — whether a service entrance rated unit for whole-home coverage or a load-center switch for selected circuits.
Installation
Our ESA-certified electricians install the transfer switch, integrate it with your generator and electrical panel, and complete all required wiring.
Testing and Verification
We simulate a power outage to verify the complete transfer sequence, including start signal, transfer timing, retransfer to utility, and generator cooldown.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an automatic transfer switch?
How do I know if my transfer switch needs repair?
Can you upgrade my manual transfer switch to an automatic one?
Key Benefits
- Seamless automatic power transfer in seconds
- Prevents dangerous backfeed to utility lines
- Fully code-compliant with ESA standards
- Compatible with all major generator and ATS brands
- Load-shedding options for optimized power management
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