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Green Sun Energy Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lavallette, 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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+55

Response time4 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Kingdom Electric
4.7(
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Serving Lavallette, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are terrific, they know what their doing, they do most of my electrical, they are really good, best companies I've ever worked with and on time."
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Response time11 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Bayard Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lavallette, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had them install two 20 amp lines in basement, cost was very reasonable. Work was done on time and professionally . I have hired him again to install a ceiling fan in a bedroom."
3 phase indoor panel
3 phase indoor panel
3 phase outdoor panel
Melted Meter
Wiring in progress

+13

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Kingdom Electric, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Lavallette, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had Kingdom Electric install a bathroom fan. It's a Panasonic whisper Quiet with led light. Nelson the installer cut the ceiling and installed the fan so clean that no touchup paint was needed. After the install and wiring, he cleaned up everything. Very professional. I added having a timer switch installation which I called Kingdoms office regarding the extra cost. The office was professional and polite and discounted the fee to install the switch. I would use Kingdom again and recommend them to others needing an electrician."
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 dept store
 coach lights
 flood lights
 outside bar lighting

+1

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Revolution Electric LLC
4.8(
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Serving Lavallette, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Revolution Electric updated and reworked all our electric for our 100 year old home remodel. We still had knob and tubes under our plaster walls. They modernized all of our electric from timed lighting indoors and out, full WiFi and boosters, generator installation and even buried our electric lines outside. They are professional, timely, courteous and so easy to work with. They stayed on budget, patiently helped me find cost effective solutions and fully trained me on how to manage all of the systems we installed. I fully would recommend them and rate them a 10 out of 10."
Kitchen
Cooktop Wall
Kitchen
Basement Bar
Exterior New Home

+25

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Scott's Electrical Service, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Lavallette, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Scott s Electrical company did an amazing job. I had them put in a whole home standby generator and was very particular on how I wanted the generator to be placed/installed including wiring underground. Scott was very thorough in his work that even the inspectors complimented all the wiring. Customer service was top notch. They were always available to answer any questions and did all the legwork for acquiring permits and just made it absolutely seamless for me (the homeowner). I truly loved working with these guys as I know nothing about this stuff and all I care about is making sure my family is safe in case of a power outage which happens quite often near us. After the install, Scott walked through the generator with both my wife and I and also simulated a power outage to show us how the generator kicks on and made sure everything works that we purchased the generator for. I would definitely recommend this business to my family/friends. Genuine people who love what they do and take pride in their work."
Under cabinet lights
Switch that connects to your smart phone
10 year battery backup no more chirping
Scene control
LED retrofit

+11

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by97%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.

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

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.

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

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