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CPT Electric
5.0(
62
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Selden, 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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Morris Electric
4.9(
30
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Selden, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"He made room in my electrical panel by installing double circuit-breakers to accommodate my home. Based on the work and how they presented themselves, I would recommend them. Very clean and professional, and I would hire them again in a heartbeat. Their price was reasonable, the work was great, and it was an overall pleasant experience."
Lake Ronkonkoma House
Lake Ronkonkoma House
200amp upgrade
200amp upgrade
200amp upgrade

+3

Response time2 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
C.R. Electrical Contracting
4.3(
159
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Selden, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris called and came over right away to give us an assessment of the project and the price for installing a new electrical panel. Fair price, superior work. He was flexible/accommodating to fit our job in quickly since we were going on vacation shortly. The day of the job, Chris stayed till late evening to complete the job. We are completely satisfied. His work is meticulous and neat. Chris is professional, experienced, excellent at his work, and very personable. Would not hesitate to recommend him to all."
Response time40 mins
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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DZ Electrical Contracting
4.8(
438
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Generator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Selden, 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
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 Selden, 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
Generator repair
Generator repair
Generator repair

+27

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky
5.0(
5
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Selden, 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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Pinnacle Power LLC
5.0(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Selden, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Full-service electrical company serving Long Island with reliability, professionalism, and precision for residential and commercial needs.\nSmartHomes, Generators, Renovations, New Construction, EV Chargers & More

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+4

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R.C.K. Electric, Inc.
4.3(
19
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Selden, 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 some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

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.

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. 

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