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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 great to work with and I would definitely use him again and refer my friends to him. Was very knowledgeable and was fairly priced. He was also able to get me in right away for my car charger install."
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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Current Electric Contracting, LLC
4.1(
44
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had outlets installed. They wasted no time in getting the job done. They were Very Courteous, they new what they were doing and they were very clean! They put plastic around where ever they were drilling. Great Job!"
Arisol Job
Pack and Rent
Hillsborough Medical Offices
Starray Facility
Response time1 day
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Horizon Services, Inc. (NJ)
3.9(
1,635
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Serving Maple Shade, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

Experience The Horizon Difference.\n\nOn-Time Service. Up-Front Pricing. And The Job Done Right and Clean the First Time. GUARANTEED!\n\nHorizon Services is the regions largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizons Services remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation, and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners: respect for their time, their home and their property; up-front pricing, and an unconditional 100% money back guarantee.\n

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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