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Smart Home Electrician
Jersey City & Essex County, NJ

Licensed electricians who speak smart home. We wire your house for the future — smart switches, EV chargers, automation wiring — done to code with permits handled.

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50+
Years Experience
NJ
Master Licensed
100%
Permitted Work
Free
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✍️ By Michael Malfettone, Licensed Master Electrician📋 NJ Electrical Contractor License #17130🕐 Last updated May 2026

Smart Home Electrical Services

Every smart device your home needs electricity — and most need more than a standard outlet. We handle the electrical side so your smart home actually works.

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Smart Lighting & Dimmers

Lutron Caseta, Leviton Decora Smart, and Kasa smart switches — compatible with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit. We run wiring and install every switch to code.

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Smart Outlets & USB Ports

Replace standard outlets with smart plugs, USB-A/C combo outlets, and in-wall smart outlet modules. Perfect for home offices and kitchen counters.

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Whole-Home Automation Wiring

Low-voltage wiring for smart thermostats (Nest, Ecobee), doorbell cameras, whole-home audio, and security systems — run clean and concealed.

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EV Charger Circuits

Dedicated 240V circuit installation for Level 2 EV chargers. Compatible with Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint, JuiceBox, and all major brands.

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Smart Locks & Doorbells

Hard-wired smart doorbells (Ring, Nest Hello) and smart lock wiring. We ensure proper transformer voltage for video doorbells.

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Panel Upgrades for Smart Homes

Modern smart homes demand more circuits. We upgrade panels to 200A and add dedicated circuits for EV chargers, home theaters, and HVAC systems.

Why a Licensed Electrician for Smart Home Work?

Smart home devices look simple to install but the electrical work behind them isn't. Overloaded circuits, missing neutral wires, and unpermitted EV charger installs are the most common smart home problems we fix.

✓Correct neutral wire run where smart switches need it
✓Load calculations before adding EV charger circuits
✓Panel capacity verified for smart home demand
✓All work permitted and inspection-ready
✓Compatible wiring assessed before device purchase
✓Three generations of NJ electrical code knowledge

Smart Home Electrician Service Areas

Serving Hudson County and Essex County, NJ from two locations.

Jersey City, NJHoboken, NJCedar Grove, NJMontclair, NJLivingston, NJWest Orange, NJVerona, NJCaldwell, NJBloomfield, NJLittle Falls, NJ

Smart Home Electrician FAQs

What does a smart home electrician do?+
A smart home electrician handles all the electrical work that smart devices require — installing smart switches, running low-voltage wiring, adding dedicated circuits for EV chargers, upgrading panels, and ensuring your home's wiring can support automation systems. Unlike a general handyman, a licensed electrician pulls permits and ensures everything is code-compliant.
Can you install smart switches in older NJ homes?+
Yes, but it depends on your wiring. Older homes (pre-1985) may have aluminum wiring or two-wire circuits without a neutral wire. Many smart switches require a neutral wire. We assess your existing wiring first and recommend the right switches — or run a neutral wire if needed.
Do I need a permit to install smart home devices in NJ?+
Simple device swaps (replacing a switch or outlet) typically don't require a permit. But running new circuits, adding sub-panels, or wiring for EV chargers does require permits in most NJ municipalities. We handle all permitting and inspections for any work that requires it.
What smart lighting systems do you install?+
We install Lutron Caseta, Leviton Decora Smart, TP-Link Kasa, and GE Enbrighten smart switches and dimmers. These work with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit. We also install Philips Hue-compatible circuits and full recessed lighting layouts.
Can you wire my home for a whole-home audio or security system?+
Yes. We run in-wall speaker wire, Cat6 Ethernet, and coax for audio systems, and we install the electrical components for security cameras and doorbells. We work alongside your AV or security installer or can recommend trusted partners.
How much does smart home electrical work cost in NJ?+
Smart switch installation runs $150–$250 per switch installed depending on complexity. A full smart lighting upgrade for a 3-bedroom home typically runs $1,200–$2,500. Level 2 EV charger installations (dedicated 240V circuit, charger, permit) typically run $700–$2,000. We provide a written quote before any work begins — no surprises.

Related Electrical Services

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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 →

Ready to Wire Your Smart Home?

Get a free quote from a licensed NJ electrician who knows smart home tech. We handle the wiring — you handle the setup.

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