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Avatar for Smith Power Group, Inc.
Smith Power Group, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Smith Power Group are the best. Generator was installed, large enough to power the entire house, and it switched over automatically in the event of a power failure. I was completely satisfied with their work."
Generator/ Propane
Generator 10kw
Solar Deptford
My Work
My Work

+3

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Princeton Electrical Makeover LLC
4.5(
204
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Serving Maple Shade, 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
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Kidder Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
138
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken was hired to put a sub-panel in the garage, but he notice that rain was getting in the main panel. I hired him to replace the service coming down the side of the house, through the meter box and then the main panel and sub-panel. He did a great job. He was clean and neat and he worked around my work-from-home needs to electricity. He did the service and main panel on a Saturday and I had minimal power disruption. He is friendly and knowledgeable. I would definitely hire him again."
Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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JNJ Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Absolutely! Jeff , did an amazing jobs for us. We had an in-ground pool installed. Jeff was professional , courteous and accommodating . He also installed porch lights and fans for us . Highly recommend him!"
Kitchen renovation
Kitchen renovation
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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