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Top-Rated Generator install pros in Hawthorne - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Spirelli Electric Inc
Spirelli Electric Inc
4.9(
233
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Portable Generator - RepairFixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair+4 more

Serving Hawthorne, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We needed a subpanel installed to our electrical system and wiring extended into our garage for the installation of a Tesla wall charger. Wilfredo & Dennis did the job for Spirelli. They were prompt, polite, COVID-safe, and did a great job."
New recessed lighting
New electric baseboard heat
New lighting in closet
Replacement of switches and outlets
Additional Photos

+21

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GenShield LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - RepairFixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Hawthorne, 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

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Haney Services
Haney Services
5.0(
12
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Portable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair+3 more

Serving Hawthorne, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Haney Services were a joy to work with. They were responsive, showed up on time, were professional, and did a fantastic clean install. They installed a dimmer light switch, and checked out my circuit breaker and hot water heater electrical wiring. Everything works perfectly, looks great, and were very reasonably priced. Would highly recommend!"
75" TV
Mounting TVs and outlets
Mounting TVs and outlets
Light & Exhaust fan
Light & Exhaust fan

+4

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Star Electric
Star Electric
4.2(
125
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Hawthorne, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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JAB Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Hawthorne, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We had a great experience working with JAB Electrical. From the very beginning, the team was professional, responsive, and easy to communicate with. We contacted them to install LED recessed lighting throughout our home, and after getting a few estimates, we decided to go with them because of their fair pricing and the confidence they gave us in the quality of their work. The installation was completed quickly and efficiently, and they paid close attention to every detail. They were respectful of our home, cleaned up after the job, and made sure everything was working perfectly before they left. The new recessed lighting has completely transformed the look of our space, and we couldn’t be happier with the results."
Recessed lighting
Recessed lighting
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Generator Install FAQs, answered by experts

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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.

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