Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Abstract]
Net income (loss)	$ (4,259)	$ 609
Cash flow hedge:
Change in unrealized gain (loss)	(45)
Reclassification adjustment for net (gains) losses included in net income (loss)	41
Total comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	(4,263)	609
Comprehensive loss attributable to non-controlling interest		124
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to PowerSecure International, Inc.	$ (4,263)	$ 733