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Green Sun Energy Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A wonderful experience for a complicated project! I would use Green Sun Energy again for any service they provide. They made the generator install as easy and painless as possible. The crew was kind and efficient. Lots to do for an install such as this but they did it quickly, efficiently and were extremely organized. Just how I like it! Thank you so much!! We feel protected for whatever comes our way."
Ruisi
Oceanport
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Response time4 days
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Princeton Electrical Makeover LLC
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The electrician diagnosed all my problems and explained where the issues were. I'm now ordering the parts that are needed and will use them again"
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+26

Response time2 days
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Current Electric Contracting, LLC
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These folks were great. They came on time, removed and installed new lights,and clean up! I would definately call them again! They charged a fair price as well."
Arisol Job
Pack and Rent
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Starray Facility
Response time1 day
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Gold Medal Service, LLC (South)
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They went the extra mile to install a combination fan and light fixture. The hole in the ceiling had to be enlarged slightly and they had to make two trips to Home Depot to get it done. Very professional work."
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High Bar Electric LLC
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Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Customers say: Quick response

"Steve and his team were on-time and completed the electrical panel upgrade and new wire outlet in the timeframe estimated. the quality of the work was professional and fully functional. I appreciate that Steve is a USAF veteran and provided me with a military veteran discount! Customer service was excellent as well and his follow up to review and schedule the job."
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Response time20 mins
Response rate85%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

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

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

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

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

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.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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