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Avatar for Green Sun Energy Services, LLC
Green Sun Energy Services, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+2 more

Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Glen and his team were prompt and professional during both installation and annual maintenance. We lost power during the last hurricane and the generator worked perfectly. Pricing was very good and Glen was even able to get me an extended warranty (promo from Generac). I would recommend Green Sun."
Ruisi
Oceanport
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+55

Response time4 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Princeton Electrical Makeover LLC
4.5(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+2 more

Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Wiring Tesla Wall Connector
Full installation
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+26

Response time2 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Spotlight Solar, LLC
4.7(
150
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"the job was complicated because another installer had left connections from heated floor tiles in the wrong place Chris and Joe and Anthony had to do a lot of adapting to get connections made I felt that they did an excellent,difficult job."
Response time1 day
430 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Current Electric Contracting, LLC
4.1(
44
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Generator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

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
Hillsborough Medical Offices
Starray Facility
Response time1 day
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Gold Medal Service, LLC (South)
3.7(
418
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

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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15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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High Bar Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Fords, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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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Radiant Heated Flooring
Before and After Panel
Response time20 mins
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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