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Avatar for RAP Electric Co., Inc.
RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
137
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Califon, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did all we needed quickly and in one day. Friendly, enjoyed having him in my house. Very reasonable price, really thought it would be much more. I had others working in my house while he was here and he worked very well around and with them. Great overall electrician."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Plesh Electric, LLC
4.4(
111
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Califon, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Plesh electric did a fantastic job installing our whole house generator. We don’t have natural gas so we had to also had to have a propane tank installed. They did a great job organizing with the propane company and managing the township permits. I highly recommend them."
Outdoor Closed Panel Upgraded
Residential Generator
Outdoor Open Panel Upgraded
Residential Generator
Upgraded Panel Closed

+19

Response time2 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Princeton Electrical Makeover LLC
Princeton Electrical Makeover LLC
4.5(
209
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+2 more

Serving Califon, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian was awesome and fast and courteous. Princeton Electrical was easy to communicate and negotiate with, and offers a fair price for their labor. Had a Level 2 EV charger installed from my townhouse basement to my garage in a few hours without problems."
Tesla in charging status
Wiring Tesla Wall Connector
Full installation
Connection in the panel
Additional Photos

+26

Response time2 days
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Transform Electric, LLC
Transform Electric, LLC
5.0(
15
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Califon, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken and his team from Transform Electric were terrific! Ken immediately contacted me and was able to come and give me an estimate right away. We started the project a few days later. I had four rooms that needed new recessed lighting installed. The team came on time and started working. They were very professional and reliable. They moved all my furniture and covered what was necessary. When it was all done, everything looked great and I was very pleased with the outcome. They also cleaned up after they completed the job. Overall they did a fantastic job and I would definitely recommend them to others!"
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Mr. Electric of Hunterdon
Mr. Electric of Hunterdon
4.8(
16
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Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Califon, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have no complaints about Mr. Electric. In fact, the technician went above and beyond and was excellent. He couldn't make it on the day of installation, which was unexpected, but his stand in honored his commitments. The only reason to not give 5 stars was that it seemed excessively expensive. I wouldn't pay that again for what it was. I'd do it myself. Even Angi gave me a reasonable quote. They charge six times that reasonable quote for a simple outlet transfer... 10/10 for customer service. I guess you'd have to be though, for all that money."
New ceiling fan
Tesla
Light fixture before
Charge Point
Light fixture before

+60

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by20%of homeowners
Avatar for Gold Medal Service, LLC (South)
Gold Medal Service, LLC (South)
3.7(
421
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Califon, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My central air quit during a nasty heat wave and they responded quicklyâ within a few hours a technician arrived that evening, followed shortly by the salesman when I decided to replace instead of repair. The job was scheduled for the very next morning! The installers were on time, friendly and cleaned up the areas. Everyone I dealt with was knowledgeable and professional. Interest-free financing was a huge selling point. Very good experience!."
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After - Exterior Electric Box
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, 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.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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