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Generator Installation in Hudson County, NJ

Hudson County is where Malfettone Electric was built — and for nearly 50 years, we've been protecting Hudson County families with whole-home generators. When the power goes out in Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne, Union City, Weehawken, or anywhere in Hudson County, we want your family safe and warm. We install Generac and Kohler standby generators with automatic transfer switches so your home powers itself when the grid goes down.

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Automatic Backup
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1-Year Warranty
Hudson County Backup Power

Why Hudson County Homeowners Choose Standby Generators

Hudson County residents are no strangers to power outages — nor'easters, summer thunderstorms, and grid failures happen regularly. When the power goes out, your family loses heat, light, refrigeration, and security. A whole-home generator is the solution. It automatically powers your home within seconds of an outage, keeping your family safe, warm, and fed. Malfettone Electric has been the trusted generator installer for Hudson County families for nearly 50 years.

✓NJ Licensed Electrician #17130
✓$2M liability insurance — COI available in 24 hours
✓Free written estimate before any work begins
✓Automatic transfer switch included
✓Gas line coordination with utility
✓1-year generator warranty
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“I've used Malfettone for decades. Their generator installation was professional, fast, and reliable. I sleep better knowing I'm protected.”
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Generator Installation Services

Complete Backup Power Solutions for Hudson County Homes

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Whole-Home Standby Generator
Automatic backup power for your entire home. Generac and Kohler units from 10–30kW.
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Automatic Transfer Switch
Code-required switch that detects outages and automatically starts your generator.
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Gas Line Installation & Coordination
We coordinate with your local gas utility and run the gas line from your meter to the generator.
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Generator Sizing & Load Assessment
We calculate your home's backup power needs and recommend the right size generator.
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Permit & Inspection Services
All permits pulled through Hudson County. We handle all inspections and documentation.
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Portable Generator Interlock Kit
If you have a portable generator, we can install a safe interlock kit to use it as backup.
Common Questions

Generator Installation FAQs — Hudson County, NJ

How much does a whole-home generator installation cost in Hudson County?
A 10-20kW Generac or Kohler whole-home generator installation typically costs $6,500–$9,500 including the generator, transfer switch, gas line coordination, and installation. Permits and inspections are additional.
How long does a generator installation take?
Most whole-home generator installations take 1–2 days. We coordinate with your local gas utility, install the transfer switch, run the gas line, and schedule the inspection with Hudson County.
Do I need a transfer switch?
Yes — a transfer switch is required by code for any whole-home backup generator. It safely switches your home's power between the utility and the generator during an outage.
What brands of generators do you install?
We install Generac (the most popular), Kohler, Briggs & Stratton, and other leading brands. We can also set up portable generator interlock kits if you prefer that approach.
Will my generator start automatically during an outage?
Yes — an automatic transfer switch detects the power loss and starts your generator within seconds. Your home switches to generator power automatically, and switches back when utility power is restored.

Protect Your Hudson County Home with Backup Power

Call or request a free estimate. We'll assess your home's power needs and recommend the right generator size and installation timeline.

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