Licensed Master Electrician
Michael Malfettone
Third-generation owner of Malfettone Electric LLC in Jersey City, NJ. Licensed Master Electrician, B.S. in Computer Science, and the family member most likely to answer the phone when you call. Michael joined the business full-time in 2011 and has personally led panel upgrades, EV charger installations, generator installs, and pre-purchase electrical inspections across Hudson, Essex, and Bergen Counties ever since.
Credentials & Background
NJ Electrical Contractor License
#17130
Role
Licensed Master Electrician
Joined Family Business
2011
Education
B.S. Computer Science
Service Area
Hudson, Essex & Bergen Counties, NJ
Areas of Expertise
Electrical Panel Upgrades
Federal Pacific, Zinsco, and FPE Stab-Lok replacement. 100A → 200A service upgrades. Smart panel installation.
EV Charger Installation
Level 2 home charger installation. PSE&G Residential EV Charger Rebate and Charge Up NJ program qualified.
Generator Installation
Whole-home standby generators — Generac, Kohler, Briggs & Stratton. Permit, utility, and transfer switch coordination.
Homebuyer Electrical Inspections
Pre-purchase electrical audits for buyers, realtors, and investors in Hudson and Essex County — catching issues before closing.
NJ Permit & Utility Coordination
Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne, Newark, and all Hudson/Essex UCC jurisdictions. PSE&G and JCPL ESI applications.
Smart Home & Energy Efficiency
Span panels, Lumin, automated load management, whole-home surge protection, EV-ready and solar-ready electrical.
How Michael Approaches the Work
“My grandfather founded this company in 1977 on the idea that a handshake should mean something. That’s still how we work — written quotes before any job starts, the real price with no surprise add-ons, and every permit pulled on your behalf.”
“The difference now is that I grew up with computers. We track every job in a modern platform, send estimates you can review from your phone, and coordinate PSE&G and JCPL applications digitally instead of by fax. But the values haven’t changed.”
— Michael Malfettone, Licensed Master Electrician
Articles by Michael
Long-form guides for NJ homeowners, buyers, and realtors — drawn from real jobs in Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne, Newark, and the rest of Hudson and Essex County.
SPAN vs Leviton vs Square D Energy Center: NJ Smart Panel Guide
Square D QO vs Homeline vs Eaton BR vs CH: NJ Breaker Guide
SPAN Panel vs. 200 Amp Service Upgrade in NJ: Which Do You Actually Need?
SPAN vs. Leviton vs. Lumin Smart Panels: What NJ Homeowners Should Know (2026)
EV Charger Installation in Union City, NJ (2026 Cost)
EV Charger Installation in Secaucus, NJ (2026 Cost)
EV Charger Installation in Kearny, NJ (2026 Cost)
EV Charger Installation in Montclair, NJ (2026 Cost)
Commercial Electrician in NJ: A Business Owner's Guide
Hot Tub & Pool Electrical Hookup Cost in NJ (2026)
NEC 2026 Changes: What NJ Homeowners Should Know
EV Charger Installation in Hoboken, NJ: Condos & Cost
Solar Panel Installation Cost in NJ (2026 Guide)
EV Charger Installation in Cedar Grove, NJ: 2026 Guide
Tesla Wall Connector Installation in Essex County, NJ
Can a Regular Outlet Power an EV Charger? NJ Guide
100 Amp vs 200 Amp Panel: When NJ Homeowners Actually Need the Upgrade
Best Electrical Panel Brands in NJ: Siemens vs Eaton vs Square D (2026)
Should You Upgrade Your Electrical Panel Before Selling Your NJ Home?
Replace Your Fuse Box with a Circuit Breaker Panel in NJ: Cost & Guide
Subpanel Installation Cost in NJ: Garage, Workshop & EV Charger Guide (2026)
Panel Upgrade Cost in Jersey City, NJ (2026 Guide)
How Long Does Generator Installation Take in NJ?
Home Rewire Cost in NJ: 2026 Pricing Guide
How to Find the Best Electrician in Jersey City, NJ
Electrician Cost in Jersey City, NJ: 2026 Price Guide
Why Does My Breaker Keep Tripping? NJ Electrician's 7-Point Guide
What Does an Electrician Cost Per Hour in NJ? 2026 Pricing Guide
How a 1977 Electrical Company Went Digital Without Losing Its Soul
EV Charger Tax Credit Expires June 30, 2026: NJ Guide
Home Standby Generator Installation in NJ: Cost, Permits & Sizing
Should You Replace the Electrical Panel Before Buying a House in NJ?
Emergency Electrician in Jersey City, NJ: 24/7 Response Guide
Knob-and-Tube Wiring in NJ: Insurance, Replacement Cost & What to Do
Signs of Bad Wiring in Older NJ Homes: A Homebuyer's Guide
NJ Landlord's Guide to Adding EV Chargers to Rental Properties
Solar + EV Charger in NJ: How to Wire Both from One Panel (2026 Guide)
Shared EV Charging in NJ Condo Buildings: Permits, Costs & How to Do It Right
Generator vs. Home Battery in NJ: Which Backup Power Is Right for You?
Tesla Powerwall 3 Installation in NJ: Permits, Costs & Requirements (2026)
Can a 100 Amp Panel Handle an EV Charger? What NJ Homeowners Need to Know
NJ Garden State Energy Storage Program 2026: Home Battery Incentives Explained
How to Get Your NJ Condo HOA to Approve an EV Charger
PSE&G Switching to Time-of-Use Rates June 1, 2026: What NJ Homeowners Need to Know
JCPL EV Driven Program Closing July 15: Last Chance for NJ Incentives
When NJ Homeowners Need New AFCI Breakers: 2026 Code Explained
NJ Homebuyer's Electrical Checklist: Red Flags Before You Offer
200 Amp Service Upgrade Cost in NJ: 2026 Hudson County Guide
EV Chargers & Smart Panels in Jersey City: Permits & Utility Coordination Explained
Home Electrical Inspection in Hudson County, NJ: What to Expect
Is Your Electrical Panel Safe? A Complete NJ Homeowner Guide
NJ Electrical Permit FAQ 2026: Every Question Homeowners Ask
NEC 2026 GFCI Requirement for Outdoor AC Units: NJ Deadline Is September 1
Federal Pacific Panels: The #1 Electrical Red Flag NJ Homebuyers Miss
Zinsco Panels in NJ Homes: Why Your Insurance May Refuse Coverage
Knob-and-Tube Wiring in NJ: Insurance, Replacement Cost & What to Do
Aluminum Wiring in NJ Homes: Is It Safe? What Buyers Need to Know
Ungrounded Two-Prong Outlets in NJ: What They Mean for Your Home Purchase
How to Claim the PSE&G EV Charger Rebate in NJ (2026)
EV Charger Installation Cost in NJ: 2026 Guide
How Much Does a Panel Upgrade Cost in NJ? (2026 Guide)
Tesla Wall Connector vs. ChargePoint Home Flex in NJ: Which Level 2 EV Charger Is Right for Your Home?
SPAN Smart Panel in NJ: Is a $7,000 Upgrade Worth It? (Honest 2026 Review)
Generac 28kW vs. 22kW: Which Standby Generator Does a NJ Home Actually Need?
How to Monitor Your Home Energy Use in NJ: Emporia Vue 3, Sense, and What PSE&G Won't Tell You
Smart Switches & Dimmers in NJ Older Homes: What a Licensed Electrician Needs to Install
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