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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 Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Since I am working at home it was needed. Glen and Chris were awesome to deal with as they walked us through the process step by step and every time they said someone would be here that person was. It was seamless and very easy to work with them and I would Highly recommend them if you are looking for a generator install."
Ruisi
Oceanport
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+55

Response time4 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Kope Electric LLC
4.9(
97
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kope Electric just finished installing a Generac generator at my house and their work was top notch. They actually got me in their schedule 1 week early and finished as timely as they said they would. I highly recommend them to anyone interested in a generator."
Bathroom Lighting & Electrical
Bathroom Lighting & Electrical
Bathroom Lighting & Electrical
Bathroom Lighting & Electrical
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+38

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Princeton Electrical Makeover LLC
4.5(
204
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Serving Plainfield, 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."
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Wiring Tesla Wall Connector
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+26

Response time2 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for RAP Electric Co., Inc.
RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
137
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did all we needed quickly and in one day. Friendly, enjoyed having him in my house. Very reasonable price, really thought it would be much more. I had others working in my house while he was here and he worked very well around and with them. Great overall electrician."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Plesh Electric, LLC
Plesh Electric, LLC
4.4(
111
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Plesh electric did a fantastic job installing our whole house generator. We don’t have natural gas so we had to also had to have a propane tank installed. They did a great job organizing with the propane company and managing the township permits. I highly recommend them."
Outdoor Closed Panel Upgraded
Residential Generator
Outdoor Open Panel Upgraded
Residential Generator
Upgraded Panel Closed

+19

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pipe Works Services Inc
4.4(
201
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Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Pipe Works on numerous occasions as of this date and find them to provide excellent service at competitive prices. Their associates are great to work with and their prices are competitive. The work is always completed on time, as promised and the work area is left clean. I appreciate that they point out things that need repair in the not so distant future. It was great to wake up the other day with power coming from my new Kohler Generator"
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+93

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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First Wave Electrical
4.7(
55
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a Transfer Switch for a portable generator installed, and Mike responded immediately! As a first time homeowner, finding an honest expert you can trust is difficult, but Mike has the proven experience and excellent communication skills to make any customer feel at ease. He kept to his word and did the job cleanly within the same day. For me, his price was absolutely fair. Mike will be my go-to for any electrical needs going forward. Thanks, Mike! -Eddie"
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for JDP Electric, LLC
JDP Electric, LLC
5.0(
14
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Plainfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jeff came out to to some repairs and install new outlets. While here he also installed a ceiling fan for me. Excellent work, reasonable price, cannot praise him or his work enough. Highly recommend!"
Chandelier
Recessed Lighting
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EV Car Charger

+11

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

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.

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.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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