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No Shorts Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After putting in a request on Home Advisor, Mike responded very quickly. I advised him i wanted to install a transfer switch for a generator and he went through the steps of what would need to be done. He asked a few questions, asked for a picture of the junction box, and then gave me a very reasonable quote. The day of the install, he called to reconfirm our appointment. The install was quick and clean."
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old 100 amp fused electrical panel

+3

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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A/C Performance Power, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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
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Generator repair

+27

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Real Power Electrical Contractors
5.0(
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Serving Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They worked as a subcontractor for a commercial project I had with a county water station. Marty is very knowledgeable, on time, cooperative with other trades, neat. His crew is also the same. Great guy, I would hire him again."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Star Electric
4.1(
117
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Serving Hempstead, 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."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Quality Electricity Corp
5.0(
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Serving Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I chose Quality Electricity to have a home electric vehicle charger installed. Diego was very professional. He came by the house and gave me a fair quote, and a decent timeframe for when the job would be completed. He showed up promptly on time to do the work with a second gentleman and together they had the project completed fairly quickly. He answered all my questions and listened to, and took my suggestions of how I wanted certain things done. Very professional. Will definitely use again in the future and highly recommend to anyone in the area that needs electrical work done."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
GenShield LLC
New to Angi

Serving Hempstead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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 interior painting 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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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

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.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

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