Standby generators in Leland and northern Brunswick County
Generator help on the west side of the Cape Fear, where much of the housing is new and many lots are wooded.
Leland is across the Cape Fear River from downtown Wilmington and counted more than 22,000 residents at the 2020 census, up from 13,527 in 2010. Many of its neighborhoods are newer planned communities with HOAs, while Navassa, Belville and the area toward Winnabow mix older homes and rural lots.
Permits in Leland
The Town of Leland runs its own Planning and Inspections Department, which takes permit applications and schedules inspections for development within the town. Outside town limits, check with Brunswick County's building inspections office about your address.
Why outages hit hard here
The National Hurricane Center reported that more than 80 percent of Brunswick County customers lost power during Florence in 2018. Tall pines over neighborhood streets and long rural lines mean wind damage can take time to repair.
Things to plan for
- HOA approval. Many Leland communities require architectural review for exterior equipment. Get approval before you sign a contract.
- Newer panels. Recently built homes often have modern panels that make transfer switch work simpler.
- Gas or propane. Some subdivisions have natural gas; many rural properties will need a propane tank.
- Well pumps. Homes on private wells lose water when the power goes out, so the pump is usually on the must-run list.
Common questions
Who issues generator permits in Leland?
Inside town limits, the Town of Leland's Planning and Inspections Department. Outside the town, check with Brunswick County.
Does my HOA need to approve a generator?
Many Leland-area HOAs require architectural approval for exterior equipment. Check your covenants before you schedule the work.
Services in Leland
- Standby generator installationNew whole-house or essential-circuit generators, sized to your home and set to start on their own.
- Transfer switchesAutomatic and manual transfer switches that safely connect a generator to your house wiring.
- Natural gas and propane hookupsGas piping, meter upgrades and propane tank connections to fuel a standby generator.
- Generator maintenanceScheduled service: oil, filters, battery, plugs and a test under load before storm season.
- Generator repairDiagnosis and repair when a standby generator won't start, won't transfer or shuts down.
Nearby areas
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