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GenShield LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Forestburgh, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in generator service and repair and provide unmatched customer service! You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Home Pro Electric
4.2(
20
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Forestburgh, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired HomePro Electric to install a transfer switch for a portable generator. Erik did a great job. Showed up on time. Did an excellent job and explained how to switch our electric panel from the grid to the generator really clearly. I will definitely hire him again for any future electrical work that I need."
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+11

Response time4 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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KWD Electric Inc
4.5(
46
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Forestburgh, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with Ken, Owner of KWD. He was a pleasure to work with, very professional and knowledgable in this field. His quotes were reasonable compared to others and we had no issues generally with the additional crews brought in or finishing within our timeline."
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+15

Recommended by97%of homeowners
JAE ELECTRICAL SERVICES
4.6(
9
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Forestburgh, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He fixed the problem, I felt it was expensive for fixing two breakers They are not that expensive to buy and he charged $225.00. He was only here 1 hr and I felt he stretch his time he could have don't it quicker. He seemed to make a few trips to his truck instead of bringing in the equipment in all at once. Also he was supposed to get back to me to install the ring door bell, he never got back probably because he said it would be $100.00 and I told him the manufacturer of the ring said it could be installed for $50.00 Overall I feel he was charging a bit too much for his services."
Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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.

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. 

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

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