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Generator Installation in Montclair, NJ

Montclair's tree-lined streets are a leading cause of storm outages when limbs come down on Essex County lines. For larger older homes with sump pumps, well systems, and home offices, a standby generator keeps everything running. Malfettone Electric installs and sizes Generac and standby generators across Montclair, handling the transfer switch, gas coordination, and Township permits.

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NJ Licensed & Insured
Generac & Kohler
Permits Pulled
Gas Line Included
✍️ By Michael Malfettone, Licensed Master Electrician📋 NJ Electrical Contractor License #17130🕐 Last updated May 2026
Common Questions

Generator Installation FAQs — Montclair, NJ

How much does a whole-home generator cost in NJ?
Whole-home standby generators in New Jersey typically cost $10,000–$12,000 fully installed, including the generator unit, automatic transfer switch, gas line connection, and permit. Smaller portable generator hookups with an interlock kit run $1,200–$2,500.
Do I need a permit for a generator installation in NJ?
Yes — all standby generator installations in New Jersey require an electrical permit and often a gas permit. Malfettone Electric pulls all permits on your behalf and coordinates the final inspection so your generator is 100% code-compliant.
How long does generator installation take?
Most whole-home standby generator installations are completed in one to two days. Gas line work and utility coordination may add time depending on PSE&G scheduling. We handle all coordination to get your system online as quickly as possible.
What size generator do I need for my home?
A 10kW generator covers essential circuits (lights, fridge, sump pump, HVAC). A 20kW–22kW unit powers your whole home including central air. Malfettone Electric performs a load assessment at your home to recommend the right size before any purchase.
What generator brands do you install?
Malfettone Electric installs Generac, Kohler, Briggs & Stratton, and Cummins standby generators. We can work with customer-supplied units or provide the generator as part of a turnkey installation package.
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Who Wrote This
Michael Malfettone, Licensed Master Electrician

Third-generation owner of Malfettone Electric, the family business his grandfather started in 1977. Michael has personally run panel upgrades, service changes, and rewires across Hudson, Essex, and Bergen Counties — pulling the UCC permits, filing the PSE&G and JCP&L applications, and meeting the inspectors himself. The pricing and timelines on this page come from our own recent jobs.

NJ Electrical Contractor License #17130 · Family-owned since 1977 · Hudson & Essex County · Read Michael's full bio →

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We come out, assess your property and load requirements, and give you a written quote. Generac and Kohler systems in stock — fast installation available.

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