Sandison Electrical Services in Oakland and Macomb Counties

Licensed electrical services for homes and businesses throughout Oakland and Macomb Counties.

Sandison provides electrical troubleshooting, panel upgrades, EV charger installation, wiring, and electrical work integrated with HVAC and plumbing projects — all under one contractor relationship.

Call (248) 453-1227 Request Service

Safety: Do not handle exposed or energized electrical components. If you smell burning, see sparking, or have a breaker that will not stay reset, turn off the circuit at the panel and call for professional service. For after-hours electrical emergencies, call (248) 467-1761.

Electrical Services

Troubleshooting and Inspection

Electrical troubleshooting

Diagnose tripping breakers, dead outlets, flickering lights, and intermittent faults. Identify root causes rather than symptoms.

Thermal imaging inspection

Infrared imaging identifies overloaded circuits, loose connections, and hot spots before they cause failures or fires.

Code compliance review

Identify code deficiencies in older systems and provide options for bringing the installation up to current standards.

Panels and Circuits

Electrical panel upgrades

Upgrade undersized or outdated panels to support added loads — EV chargers, HVAC equipment, additions, and modern appliances.

Circuit and breaker work

Add circuits, replace faulty breakers, and resolve overloaded circuits. Includes dedicated circuits for high-draw equipment.

GFCI and AFCI protection

Install GFCI protection in wet locations and AFCI protection in living areas. Upgrade older systems to current code requirements.

Wiring and Devices

Wiring repair and replacement

Repair damaged wiring, replace deteriorated insulation, and address aluminum wiring concerns in older homes.

Outlet and switch installation

Install, replace, and relocate outlets and switches. Add USB outlets, smart switches, and specialty devices.

Lighting installation

Install recessed lighting, fixtures, under-cabinet lighting, and exterior lighting. Includes dimmer and control wiring.

Specialty and EV

EV charger installation

Install Level 2 EV charging equipment (240V). Includes panel capacity evaluation, dedicated circuit, and charger mounting.

Whole-house surge protection

Install service-entrance surge protection to protect HVAC equipment, appliances, and electronics from voltage spikes.

Dedicated circuits

Add dedicated circuits for HVAC equipment, water heaters, ranges, dryers, and other high-draw appliances.

Electrical Work Integrated with HVAC and Plumbing

Many HVAC and plumbing system replacements require electrical work. A new high-efficiency furnace may require a different circuit configuration. A heat pump installation requires a properly sized disconnect and circuit. A tankless water heater may need a dedicated circuit or a panel upgrade. An EV charger installation always requires a new 240V circuit and a panel capacity evaluation.

When Sandison installs or replaces a mechanical system, the electrical work associated with that installation is handled under the same contractor relationship. This eliminates the need to coordinate a separate electrician, reduces scheduling delays, and ensures the electrical installation is matched to the mechanical system's requirements.

For commercial facilities, Sandison's multi-discipline capability is particularly useful for projects that require coordinated HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work — tenant improvements, equipment replacements, and preventive maintenance programs.

Residential Electrical

Sandison provides residential electrical service for homeowners throughout Oakland and Macomb Counties. Common residential electrical work includes panel upgrades, circuit additions, GFCI and AFCI protection upgrades, EV charger installation, whole-house surge protection, and electrical work associated with HVAC and plumbing system replacements.

Older homes in Oakland and Macomb Counties may have original panels, aluminum wiring, or electrical systems that do not meet current code. Sandison diagnoses and addresses these conditions.

Commercial Electrical

Sandison provides commercial electrical service for offices, retail, medical, and light industrial facilities throughout Oakland and Macomb Counties. Commercial electrical work includes panel and service upgrades, dedicated circuits for equipment, lighting, GFCI and AFCI protection, and electrical work integrated with commercial HVAC and plumbing projects.

Sandison uses thermal imaging as part of commercial electrical inspections to identify overloaded circuits, loose connections, and hot spots that are not visible during a standard visual inspection.

Inspection and Diagnostic Process

Sandison's electrical diagnostic process begins with a systematic inspection of the panel, wiring, devices, and the specific circuit or component causing the problem. The technician identifies the root cause before recommending any work — not the most common cause of a given symptom.

Panel and service

Inspect panel capacity, breaker condition, wiring connections, and grounding. Identify code deficiencies and capacity limitations.

Circuit and device testing

Test circuits for voltage, continuity, and load. Identify faults, overloads, and wiring defects at the device and circuit level.

Thermal imaging

Infrared imaging identifies hot spots, overloaded conductors, and loose connections that visual inspection cannot detect.

Service Area

Sandison provides electrical services throughout Oakland and Macomb Counties, Michigan. The office is located in Auburn Hills. See the service areas page for a full list of communities served.

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Electrical Services — Frequently Asked Questions

What electrical services does Sandison provide?

Sandison provides electrical troubleshooting, panel upgrades, circuit and breaker work, GFCI and AFCI protection, wiring repair and replacement, dedicated circuits, lighting and outlet installation, EV charger installation, whole-house surge protection, and electrical work associated with HVAC and plumbing system replacements.

Does Sandison handle electrical work as part of HVAC or plumbing projects?

Yes. When a furnace, air conditioner, water heater, or other mechanical system replacement requires electrical upgrades — a new circuit, a panel upgrade, or a dedicated disconnect — Sandison handles the electrical work under the same contractor relationship. This eliminates the need to coordinate a separate electrician.

What is the difference between GFCI and AFCI protection?

GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) protection guards against shock hazards from ground faults — required in wet locations such as bathrooms, kitchens, garages, and outdoors. AFCI (arc fault circuit interrupter) protection guards against arc faults that can cause fires — required in bedrooms and living areas in current code. Sandison installs both types as required by code and as upgrades to older systems.

When does an electrical panel need to be upgraded?

Common reasons for a panel upgrade include insufficient capacity for added loads (EV chargers, HVAC equipment, additions), a panel that is at or near full capacity, older panel types with known reliability or safety concerns, and code requirements associated with a renovation or system replacement.

Is emergency electrical service available?

Emergency calls are accepted 24/7. For after-hours electrical emergencies, call (248) 467-1761. After-hours response depends on technician availability, your location, and the type of work required.

Can I handle electrical repairs myself?

Do not handle exposed or energized electrical components. Electrical work on residential and commercial systems in Michigan requires a licensed electrician for permitted work. Sandison provides licensed electrical service throughout Oakland and Macomb Counties.

Schedule Electrical Service

Call Sandison at (248) 453-1227 or submit a service request online. For after-hours electrical emergencies, call (248) 467-1761.