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CPT Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Stony Brook, 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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DZ Electrical Contracting
4.8(
438
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Generator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I inquired to Darren about a gen 3 tesla charger installed in my home that was not properly charging, and was overheating. He came, gave me a very informative rundown of what could cause this, different solutions etc. checked my panel, checked my charger, immediately knew and fixed the issue within 10 minutes of being here all while being educational,, pleasant, and professional. This man knows his stuff inside and out 100% and I would reccomend anyone who needs electrical work of any type to reach out to hire Darren and his team. He has earned a customer for life with me."
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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A/C Performance Power, Inc.
5.0(
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Generator - Repair - For Business

Serving Stony Brook, 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 Stony Brook, 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(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Stony Brook, 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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Star Electric
4.2(
122
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Stony Brook, 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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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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. 

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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.

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