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Generator installation

Generator installation in North Jersey

Storm outages are a regular part of life in North Jersey. A standby generator, or a safe connection for a portable unit, keeps the heat, sump pump, refrigerator and well pump running. We size each generator installation to the circuits you need and install it to code.

What we do

What's included

  • Whole-house standby generator installation
  • Automatic and manual transfer switches
  • Interlock kits and power inlet boxes for portable generators
  • Load calculations to size the generator correctly
  • Essential-circuit subpanels

We serve homes and businesses across Morris, Sussex, Passaic, Bergen and Essex counties. Every job starts with a free, written quote.

Photos

Examples of this work

  • Home standby generator on a concrete pad beside a porch, seen from the driveway
  • Home breaker panel with a manual generator transfer switch mounted beside it on a basement wall
  • Close-up of a manual transfer switch with circuit toggles labelled generator, off and line
  • Open breaker panel on a basement wall with a generator transfer switch wired in beside it

Google reviews

What customers say

5.0from 2 Google reviews

“Excellent electrician. Justin is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and meticulous. If you need any electrical services, this is the guy to call! He’s really the family Electrician.”
Joseph KalyoussefGoogle review
Reply from Boyd Electric

Hi Joseph, thank you for your wonderful review! It means a lot to hear that you consider me your family’s electrician and I look forward to continuing to provide you with reliable, high-quality electrical work. Thank you again for the opportunity and I am happy to help you and your family whenever you need an electrician!

“I’ve been very happy with the work Justin at Boyd Electric has done for me. He takes the time to understand the project, pays close attention to the details, and clearly cares about doing the job right. Everything has been handled professionally and thoughtfully, and I really appreciate the care he puts into his work. I would absolutely recommend Justin to anyone looking for an electrician!”
Brooke FarmerGoogle review
Reply from Boyd Electric

Thank you so much, Brooke! I really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a kind review. It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m glad I could help with your project. If you ever need an electrician in the future for repairs, upgrades, lighting, or any other electrical work, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I truly appreciate your support! Thank you again for trusting Boyd Electric.

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FAQ

Common questions

What size generator do I need?

The size depends on what you want to keep running during an outage: essential circuits only, such as heat, the well pump, the sump pump and the refrigerator, or the entire house. We perform a load calculation based on that list and size the generator accordingly.

Is a generator interlock a good option?

For many homes, it is. An interlock and a power inlet allow a portable generator to supply your panel safely, at a fraction of the cost of a standby unit. You decide which circuits to power during an outage.

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Request a free quote

Owner Justin Boyd sizes, wires and connects every generator and transfer switch himself. You will not meet a sales representative first or a different crew on installation day.

Get a free quote 973-800-9463