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Indigo Electric
5.0(
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Serving Secaucus, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent work with a quick response time to complete the job. Obtained the permit, explained the process and tasks needed. Knowledgeable, trustworthy, professional. I have booked further work with Indigo and highly recommend them."
Recessed Lighting
Kitchen-Electric
Service Upgrade
Remodel-Electric
Remodel-Electric

+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 Secaucus, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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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POPEYE'S HAVERSTRAW, NY
SADDLE HILL WINERY

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Preferred Electrical Maintenance and Service, Inc.
4.8(
4
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Serving Secaucus, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Preferred installed our pool patio light poles and lights. The owner was incredible to work with, he was extremely responsive and professional. I highly recommend them and look forward to using them again in the future."
Pool Lighting
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

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.

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.

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. 

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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