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Avatar for R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
49
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He is extremely attentive to your needs . What he says will happen , does! He keeps all appointments and thoroughly explains what he plans to do. He is one of the most reliable, ethical , conscience businessman I have ever dealt with. I have recommended him to friends . He actually went out of his way to help Ill friends deal with their generator problems even though he had not installed it. He made arrangements for someone to fix the generator when he was not able. Highly recommended !"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Swanson Electric, LLC
Swanson Electric, LLC
5.0(
36
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fair pricing, quality work. I have a quote from him and every month or so he completes another job on the list. Light installs, outlet installs etc. Work is done quickly and efficiently"
Panel
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ideal Electrical Solutions, LLC
Ideal Electrical Solutions, LLC
5.0(
163
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Earlier today, I searched on Google for an electrician in the Farmington / Unionville CT area and IES came up with high ratings. I quickly called and Greg the owner picked up. He had a pretty packed day but knowing my issue where it impacted my furnace which meant no heat, he understood the urgency and said, he would be willing to stop by in route to his big job today. Within 30 mins or less, he was at my house and resolved my issue quickly. I plan to hire Greg for additional work as adding additional outlets in my garage and helping with a generator hookup. He def earned my business and I highly recommend him. I would like to wrap up this review with - e's a family man, very professional, reputable, and local - happy I came across his company earlier today!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
JMP Electric, LLC
4.9(
91
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a pleasure to deal with this company. They are extremely knowledgeable in designing an electrical charging station in what was a difficult i situation. My breaker panel and garage were on opposite sides of my home. A solution was given at a reasonable price. I could not be happier. All work was done professionally with great attention to detail. If you are in need of electrical services, donâ t look any further. They are without a doubt, the best."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for MGT Electrical Services
MGT Electrical Services
5.0(
11
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They came out in the middle of a storm and promptly hooked the generator to my panel. While I thought I’d be running extension cords to my appliances it turned out that the whole house was up and running. I wish I had done this earlier. I would recommend MGT for any electrical needs. I will surely use them again."
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Tradesmen Energy Solutions LLC
Tradesmen Energy Solutions LLC
5.0(
9
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest. Call today!

Bedroom Lighting upgrade
Bedroom Lighting upgrade
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+10

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Supreme Electric, LLC
Supreme Electric, LLC
4.1(
122
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike checked some outlets for me and installed a new attic fan for a reasonable price. He was on time, extremely pleasant and professional. He patiently answered questions and volunteered pertinent information. I highly recommend Supreme Electric and will be using them for any future electrical work I need to have done."
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Recessed and pendant lighting
Home theatre wiring and lighting
Whole house generator wiring
Generator install

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Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install FAQs, answered by experts

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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