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Avatar for VMA Electric Inc
VMA Electric Inc
4.8(
466
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the office folks to the electrician who did the work -- friendly and professional. They quoted the lowest price of three estimates and did the work within a couple of weeks. I purchased my generator elsewhere online... and VMA walked me thru the process of hooking it up, running it, and shutting it down. Very helpful."
Needham Project
22kw Generac
27kw
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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T K Lyden Electric & Generator, Inc.
3.9(
114
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+1 more

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The two young men who performed the installation were informative, professional, cordial, and they left the scene spotless. There was a technical problem with the engine on the generator itself, which they weren't able to help with, because they weren't licensed to work on the specific brand of generator. That might be something to check on before hiring for this type of job."
 Your standard 10 circuit
 Generac Whole House 20kW
 Mike and Will with a new 20kW
 Generac 20kW
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+45

Response time1 day
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Kevin Kelley Electrical LLC
4.9(
35
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our project was a panel upgrade and generator install. From the first point of contact through point of completion Kevin's level of professionalism, customer service and follow through were beyond exceptional. He is very skilled and knowledgeable in the electrical field. He was able to answer all of our questions and we knew we made the right choice. Once the scope of work was determined and a date/time established he arrived on time and completed the work promptly and neatly. We are extremely pleased with Kevin's work. In fact we have other electrical projects planned in the near future and we will be reaching out to Kevin. For anyone searching for an electrician Kevin is the right person and I can assure you that you will not be disappointed."
Service upgrade
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Do Good Electric, LLC
Do Good Electric, LLC
5.0(
16
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Customers say: Quality work

"We couldn t be happier with Dan from Do Good Electric. He was prompt, courteous, and worked with us to stay within budget for our basement remodel. He explained everything he was doing, kept the work areas clean and was extremely respectful of our home and property. We would recommend Do Good Electric to anyone and will absolutely hire him for any future electrical jobs we need."
After photo
Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Let It Glow Electric, LLC
Let It Glow Electric, LLC
4.6(
32
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner was friendly,knowledgeable, listen to your issues, help decide the right choice action. Then exe used the action which included a new breaker box and generator hook-up. Very neat job, do e right and fast."
Exterior
Kitchen
Main service
Transfer switch and main panel
Canopy recessed cans retrofit

+27

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Michael J Roberts
Michael J Roberts
5.0(
11
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have called Michael into a few projects. He offers an array of services from wiring a full house to simple fixtures. He recently separated a four family offering all new meters and main panels. When it comes to electrical I don’t think there is anything he can’t do. Without hesitation, I recommend him to all."
House remodel
House remodel
House remodel
Hot tub
House remodel

+5

Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Advanced Energy Concepts of Worcester, Inc.
3.9(
138
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Gardner, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When I hired AEC to install a new central A/C system, they told me it would take a week. Started Monday, finished Friday, right on schedule. There was an issue where it did not start up the first time I went to use it 2 weeks later, but they promptly came out and repaired the loose wire."
Response time3 days
Response rate85%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

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.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

The Gardner, MA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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