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A Team Electrical Contractors Corp.
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Serving Passaic, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"I am extremely pleased with the electrical work that was performed at my home. A Team Electrical Contractors provided top quality work and their fee was in line with the work that was performed. I would highly recommend this contractor for your electrical work."
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RAP Electric Co., Inc.
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Serving Passaic, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

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"He came to check out the project before giving a quote. Gave a fair quote, but we changed the project a little. He remained fair and through. Would hire again"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Power All LLC
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Serving Passaic, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Easily the best in the business! Got the job done within a week of my initial inquiry and were super quick, efficient and left my space just as clean as it was before they came in. 10/10 would recommend!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Triton Electrical Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Passaic, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"Triton electric truly deserves a five star rating from me. Triton first completed lighting work for exterior of THE GYM last year and it was done efficiently and exceeded our expectations on timing and professionalism. Over the last 2 months we have begun renovations and a new construction project here at THE GYM, Triton electric was our first choice. From the initial quoting of the job, to the installation, to the consulting with our architect and contractors, Triton has been extremely professional, communicative and reliable. Thomas’s whole team have been a pleasure to work with and we as a company would highly recommend and continue to use them for all of our projects going forward."
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Gold Medal Service, LLC (NY)
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Serving Passaic, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems make your house livable. One minor issue with any of these systems can put your home at a standstill. In case you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, know that you can count on Gold Medal Service. For over 24 years, our company has been based out of East Brunswick and taking care of the homes of New Jersey residents through our top-quality plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address even the most mind-boggling issues of your in-home equipment. From repairs, installations, and upgrades, our technicians are known for getting the job done right every time. We also provide upfront pricing with a full description of the service before commencing work to avoid any surprises down the line.\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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.

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. 

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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