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A Team Electrical Contractors Corp.
4.6(
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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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+141

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RAP Electric Co., Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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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AWR Electrical Contractors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner Anthony was great. He explained everything they had. Todo and how long we would be without power. There work was very clean and neat. The home generator was the best thing we ever did he even comes and serves it every few months to make sure its working as it should. We world highly recommend AWR and we would use them again if we had another electrical project."
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New house
New house

+29

Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Indigo Electric
5.0(
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Reliable, honest, meticulous. Ben at Indigo Electric was incredibly easy to work with - professional, warm, and easy to talk to. He walked us through our options when adding some new wiring for electrical outlets for power equipment in our garage as well as installing additional lighting fixtures. Pricing was transparent and extremely fair. Ben take extreme pride in his work, making sure all the details and finishing are neat and precise, and always leaving a clean workspace. I really appreciate that he prioritizes safety when making upgrades. Would highly recommend for all your electrical needs."
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+12

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Triton Electrical Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

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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+7

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Gold Medal Service, LLC (NY)
3.7(
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

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.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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.

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