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CPT Electric
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quality work

"Cole was very professional, installed a kitchen ceiling fan, a bathroom fixture, high hats in the living room, and installed 2 outlets and moved my plate for my landline. He cleaned up and there was nothing for me to do after he left except admire his work."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
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Morris Electric
4.9(
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"He made room in my electrical panel by installing double circuit-breakers to accommodate my home. Based on the work and how they presented themselves, I would recommend them. Very clean and professional, and I would hire them again in a heartbeat. Their price was reasonable, the work was great, and it was an overall pleasant experience."
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Lake Ronkonkoma House
200amp upgrade
200amp upgrade
200amp upgrade

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Response time2 hrs
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Wilburforce Electric LLC
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were extremely honest, courteous, need and fair. We had them install all of the electric for my pool equipment, lights etc. and run electric to the dock for boat power. They were so good, we had them come back and re run all the electrical in the downstairs of our house including new outlets, lights etc. we also had them upgrade our panel to a 200 amp. I can not say enough about how clean and easy they were to work withâ ¦.I would recommend them 100%!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A/C Performance Power, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim, the Owner provided timely, Expert generator repair, to get a 15 year old 30KW generator that hadnâ  t run in years operational in 30 minutes. We were fortunate to find him, and appreciate his skill, integrity...truly a consummate Professional ! 5+ Star recommendation"
Generator repair
Generator repair
Generator repair
Generator repair
Generator repair

+27

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky
5.0(
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

As the owner of our local Mister Sparky franchise, I want to personally thank you for considering us for your electrical needs. My team and I are dedicated to providing top-notch service because we believe that every customer deserves the best.\n\nThank you for putting your trust in us.

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Star Electric
4.1(
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"i recently had a tesla charger installed, and i am extremely satisfied with the service. the electrician did an outstanding job he was professional, knowledgeable, and completed the installation much faster than i expected while maintaining excellent quality. the work was clean, efficient, and everything was installed perfectly. on top of that, his pricing was very reasonable compared to other estimates i received. it’s not often you find someone who delivers great workmanship, works efficiently, and offers affordable rates. i highly recommend him to anyone needing electrical work or an ev charger installation."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

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.

If your home already has a grinder pump and you’re still noticing issues (like frequently clogged toilets and sinks), it could be time to upgrade your grinder pump. Start by checking your existing horsepower. If there are four or fewer people living in your home, using a 1/2-horsepower grinder pump should be sufficient. Larger households should consider investing in a 1-horsepower grinder pump to maximize wastewater removal efforts.

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.

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

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