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CPT Electric
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Saint James, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quality work

"New to the area, I needed a hookup for an emergency generator and EV charger. Cole came to my home, took the time to discuss different options and answer questions, and provided a detailed, written estimate, all the same day as my initial inquiry. The project was completed within a few days. His price was very competitive and his work meticulous. A true professional."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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GenShield LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Saint James, 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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Leone & Sons Electric
4.8(
56
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Saint James, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"Vinny was an excellent electrician. From start to finish, he was easy to deal with and we had clear communication throughout the entire process. He provided great service at a fair price and did a very good job installing light fixtures, repairing broken outlets, and installing a 40amp outlet so I can charge my electric car. I would recommend him and do business with him again."
Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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DZ Electrical Contracting
4.8(
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Generator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Saint James, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Darren responded quickly to give an estimate, Rob installed new electrical panel, breakers and generator outlet outside. He showed up on time, we are very pleased with the job and very neat. We would recommend DZ and plan on using them in the future."
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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A/C Performance Power, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Generator - Repair - For Business

Serving Saint James, 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"
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky
5.0(
7
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Saint James, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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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R.C.K. Electric, Inc.
4.3(
19
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Saint James, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan is awesome! We needed to upgrade our garage electrical + smoke detectors & pool alarms @ our rental property in L.I. (Permit dept requirements) Ryan arrived right when he said he would & he stayed extra to help ADT solve a new thermostat issue. He texted us pics of each repair/replacement he did before he left the property. He gives good & honest advice, & is very easy to work with! Other electricians we contacted for this last minute project didnâ t even bother to get back to us! I highly recommend RCK Electric."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

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