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GenShield LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Ridgewood, 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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EV Electric
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Ridgewood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I have owned this home for 31 years. I have never come across someone who provided excellent service like Uriel. I was extremely surprise with the quick response. The electrician was patient, professional, and flexible with my schedule. Listened to my request and did exactly what I wanted and needed done. Great price. Definitely will keep his number for further jobs. Thank you very satisfied and happy customer. My tenant was also very happy."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate85%
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A.R.C. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING CORP.
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Ridgewood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did a fabulous job."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
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Star Electric
4.2(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Ridgewood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fast and super helpful. Gave me a proposal right away. Started work same week. If deviations were needed, was specific on what and why. Reasonable and fair pricing, and honest about their capabilities and areas of expertise. Professional team and went out the way to provide additional references for other concerns. I also appreciated the video Fabio took to show me the before and after, especially in areas I was unable to see."
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Generator Install questions, 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. 

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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.

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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