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RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
137
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Ridgefield, 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
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AWR Electrical Contractors LLC
5.0(
11
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Ridgefield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony did a great job installing extra outlets, lighting and a generator hook up at our new house. He was fast, efficient, clean and had great suggestions. He was so good, I recommended him to my son who had the same experience! I highly recommend AWR Electric."
New house
New house
New house
New house
New house

+29

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Franklin Electrical
5.0(
5
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Ridgefield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Franklin Electrical we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Adding recessed lights
Adding recessed lights
Adding recessed lights
Adding recessed lights
Adding recessed lights

+4

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Albright Electric, LLC
3.8(
6
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Generator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Ridgefield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1962

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Richard and his crew to install a generator for my daughters new home. I was very impressed with the workers they sent to my home, probably the friendliest contractors I've ever met. They completed the entire install in two days. I would definitely recommend Albright. Thanks guys!"
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 Summitt, NJ
 North Haledon, NJ
Hillsdale, NJ

+5

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Generator Install FAQs, answered by experts

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

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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.

The Ridgefield, NJ homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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