Dean Electric has been the go-to electrician for Rochester Hills homes and businesses since 2002. We show up, we do the work right, and we stand behind it. Whether you need same-day repairs or a full panel upgrade, we are ready to take your call today.
Family-owned. Locally rooted. Ready to wire.
Homeowners, landlords, property managers, and business owners across Oakland County trust us for everything from a tripping breaker to a complete rewiring project. Our team arrives prepared, explains what we find, and gives you a straight quote before any work begins. If you need an electrician available today, call (248) 791-9979 for a quote.
Every home's wiring tells a different story, and the problems we see most often are the ones that start small and grow fast. Flickering lights, dead outlets, sparking receptacles, buzzing panels, burning smells, and partial power loss are all signs that something needs attention before it becomes a hazard.
We diagnose the source of the problem, not just the symptom. That means you get honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell, and a clear explanation of what we found and what it will take to fix it.
We handle breaker and fuse repairs, circuit troubleshooting, outlet and switch diagnostics, and anything else on the electrical side of your home or building. If the problem is electrical, we track it down. We keep your home powered and safe.
Calling an electrician doesn't have to be stressful, and most of the everyday work we do is straightforward to schedule. Broken outlets, worn switches, and outdated fixtures are quick to address when you have the right crew.
We install and replace standard outlets, GFCI outlets in kitchens and bathrooms, USB outlets, outdoor weatherproof receptacles, and dimmer switches. We also handle ceiling fan installation, light fixture swaps, and under-cabinet lighting.
For appliances that need their own circuit, we run dedicated lines for dryers, ranges, and large refrigerators. We also wire dedicated circuits for EV charger prep when you are planning ahead for an electric vehicle. Work performed by licensed electricians means the wiring is done to code and built to last. Pick up the phone and we'll handle the wiring.
Before a small wiring issue turns into a hazard, the panel is often where the story begins. An undersized or aging panel cannot keep up with modern electrical loads, and the warning signs show up as tripping breakers, flickering lights, and circuits that simply will not hold.
We repair and replace breaker panels, upgrade services to 200 amps, install subpanels, and convert old fuse boxes to modern breaker panels. For older Rochester Hills homes still running knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring, we handle full replacement and rewiring projects from start to finish.
Every panel job includes a load calculation so the new service is sized for what the home actually needs, not just what it had before. One ring and we're on it.
Whether this is your first repair or your tenth, lighting is one of the upgrades that makes the biggest difference in how a space feels and functions. We install recessed and can lighting, chandeliers, pendant fixtures, and under-cabinet lighting for kitchens and workspaces.
Outside, we handle security lighting, motion-sensor lights, flood lights, and landscape lighting. We also install exterior outlets for holiday lighting, power tools, or outdoor equipment. Properly wired outdoor lighting adds both safety and curb appeal, and we make sure every fixture is weatherproofed and code-compliant.
Commercial clients rely on us for lighting retrofits and new fixture installation in offices, retail spaces, and warehouses. We treat your home and its wiring the way we would our own. Call and we'll get the current flowing right.
We've been part of this community long enough to know every road, and that means we understand the homes and buildings we work in. Older ranch homes in Rochester Hills have different needs than new construction in a growing commercial corridor, and we are comfortable with both.
For homeowners, we wire home additions, finish basements and garages, and handle everything from a single outlet to a whole-house project. For landlords and property managers, we keep rental units safe and code-compliant with fast scheduling and reliable follow-through.
On the commercial side, we work with offices, retail shops, restaurants, and light industrial spaces. Commercial panel upgrades, new circuit installation, outlet and lighting work, and new construction wiring are all part of what we do. Same-day availability means a business does not have to lose a full day waiting for an electrician. One call gets the process started. Call (248) 791-9979 to schedule.
Michigan winters in Oakland County are hard on homes and harder on electrical systems. Ice storms knock out power for days, sub-freezing temperatures stress pipes and rooflines, and older homes were never designed to carry the heating loads modern households demand. These three services come up every winter for good reason.
A winter ice storm in the Rochester Hills area is not a minor inconvenience. Multi-day outages are a real possibility, and a whole-home standby generator is the most reliable answer. We wire the transfer switch, connect the generator to your panel, and make sure the system switches over automatically when utility power fails. We work with the generator you already have or help you plan the electrical side of a new installation. When the lights go out for everyone else on the block, your home stays running.
Oakland County has a large share of homes built in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, many of them still running on 100-amp service with panels that were not designed for today's loads. Electric heating equipment, EV chargers, and modern appliances all draw more current than those older panels can safely handle. We perform 200-amp service upgrades, run load calculations, add subpanels where needed, and replace outdated fuse boxes with modern breaker panels. The result is a system that can carry what you actually plug in.
Frozen pipes and roof ice dams are routine winter risks in this part of Michigan, and heat tape is one of the most practical defenses. The catch is that heat tape needs a properly installed dedicated circuit and GFCI protection to run safely. We install the exterior wiring, the dedicated circuit, and the weatherproof outlet the system requires. Doing it right the first time means the tape works when temperatures drop and does not become a fire or shock hazard in the process.
Before a small wiring issue turns into a hazard, a whole-home electrical inspection gives you a clear picture of what is working and what is not. We perform pre-purchase inspections for buyers, post-storm checks after lightning or wind events, and diagnostic inspections when a high utility bill or recurring breaker trips point to something deeper.
We also install whole-home surge protection to guard against voltage spikes that damage electronics and appliances. AFCI and GFCI protection, hardwired smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors round out the safety work we do. The kind of electrical work neighbors pass along by word of mouth is the kind that gives homeowners real peace of mind. Call and we'll get the current flowing right.
Electric vehicles are becoming more common across Oakland County, and a Level 2 home charger is the practical upgrade that makes daily charging convenient. A standard 120-volt outlet is too slow for most EV owners. A dedicated 240-volt circuit and a properly installed Level 2 charger cuts overnight charging time significantly.
We handle the full installation: panel capacity check, dedicated circuit run, and charger mounting. We work with Tesla, Ford, GM, and other major brands, and we make sure the wiring is sized correctly for the charger you are installing. If the panel needs an upgrade to support the load, we handle that too. Pick up the phone and we'll handle the wiring.
Whether this is your first repair or your tenth, you deserve to know what you are paying before the work begins. We give you a straight quote, explain what the job involves, and get to work once you are comfortable moving forward. No vague estimates, no surprises on the final invoice.
Experienced electricians who respect your home show up on time, keep the work area clean, and do not disappear after the job is done. Same-day and emergency scheduling is available for situations that cannot wait. We are a locally owned business, and when you call (248) 791-9979, you reach someone who knows the area and can get a crew to you.
Schedule it. We wire it. You're powered.
Call (248) 791-9979 for a quote today.
Flickering lights that won't stop, breakers that trip repeatedly, outlets that feel warm or show discoloration, and any burning smell near a panel or receptacle are all reasons to call before the problem gets worse. Sparking or buzzing from an outlet or panel is a situation that needs attention the same day. We diagnose the source of the problem, not just the symptom, so you get a clear answer and a safe fix. Call (248) 791-9979 and we will get someone out to you.
Yes, and we handle it regularly. Oakland County has a large share of homes built in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, many of them still running on original wiring that was not designed for today's electrical loads. We work with knob-and-tube systems, aluminum branch-circuit wiring, and ungrounded two-prong outlets, and we explain your options clearly before any work begins.
Stop using that outlet or circuit immediately and avoid touching the panel cover if it feels warm. If the situation feels urgent, shut off the breaker to that circuit if you can do so safely, and call us right away. These are signs of a condition that should not wait. Reach us at (248) 791-9979 and we will prioritize your call.
Yes. We schedule residential and commercial electrical work every day of the week, including Saturday and Sunday, from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM. If a standard weekday window does not work for your schedule, a weekend appointment is available. Call (248) 791-9979 to find a time that works.
We are available every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, including weekends, which covers most urgent situations without requiring a middle-of-the-night call. For situations that genuinely cannot wait, call (248) 791-9979 and we will do our best to get to you. We understand that some electrical problems do not hold until morning.
A general description of the problem or project is a good starting point: what you are seeing, where in the home it is happening, and how long it has been going on. For larger jobs like panel upgrades or rewiring, knowing the age of the home and the current panel size helps us prepare. We give you a straight quote once we have seen the job, and we explain what the work involves before anything starts.
Repeated kitchen breaker trips usually mean a circuit is overloaded, which is common in older homes where the kitchen was not wired for modern appliances. It can also point to a failing breaker, a wiring fault, or a ground-fault condition that needs to be diagnosed properly. Call us and we will trace the cause, not just reset the breaker and move on.
Yes. We handle electrical work for offices, retail spaces, restaurants, rental properties, and light industrial buildings throughout Rochester Hills and Oakland County. Commercial panel upgrades, new circuit installation, outlet and lighting work, and tenant buildouts are all part of what we do. Property managers and business owners are welcome to call (248) 791-9979 to discuss their specific needs.
We show up prepared, with the tools and materials needed for the most common repair and installation jobs. We introduce ourselves, ask you to walk us through what you are seeing, and start with a proper diagnosis before recommending any work. Once we understand the scope, we give you a clear quote and get your approval before we begin.
We serve Rochester Hills and the surrounding communities throughout Oakland County, including Troy, Auburn Hills, Pontiac, Lake Orion, Clarkston, Shelby Township, Sterling Heights, and Bloomfield Hills. If you are nearby and need an electrician, we can likely get to you the same day.
Our response area covers a wide stretch of southeastern Michigan, and we know the roads, the neighborhoods, and the type of homes in this part of the state. Local coverage means faster scheduling and a crew that is not driving in from two counties over. One ring and we're on it.
From a tripping breaker to a full service upgrade, we handle the electrical work Rochester Hills homes and businesses need most. The table below covers every service we offer, who it fits best, and what to keep in mind before you call. If you have questions about your specific situation, a quick call to (248) 791-9979 gets you a straight answer.
| Service Type | What the Job Involves | Ideal For | What to Keep in Mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snow-Melt System Wiring |
| homeowners with heated driveways, walkways, or steps | Snow-melt systems draw a sustained load; the panel needs to have the capacity before the system is installed. |
| Backup Generator Installation |
| Rochester Hills homeowners who cannot afford multi-day outages during winter ice storms | A properly wired transfer switch is required by code and prevents back-feed onto utility lines, which is a serious safety issue. |
| Electrical Panel & Service Upgrades |
| older homes adding EV chargers, electric heat equipment, or major appliances | Most Oakland County homes built before 1990 are still on 100-amp service, which is not enough for modern electrical loads. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits |
| homeowners adding a major appliance or planning for an electric vehicle | Running a dedicated circuit before the appliance arrives saves a return trip and avoids nuisance tripping on a shared line. |
| Wiring & Rewiring |
| owners of 1960s through 1980s Oakland County homes with original wiring | Aluminum branch-circuit wiring requires specific devices and connections; not all standard outlets and switches are compatible. |
| Garage & Block-Heater Circuits |
| Michigan homeowners who plug in vehicles during sub-freezing temperatures | A timed outlet prevents the block heater from running all night and keeps energy use in check without sacrificing cold-weather starts. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting |
| homeowners or tenants with an active electrical problem | We diagnose the source, not just the symptom, so the fix holds rather than coming back next month. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation |
| homeowners adding comfort without a full lighting overhaul | Older boxes rated only for light fixtures are not rated for fan weight and movement; we replace the box when needed. |
| Well-Pump Circuits |
| rural and semi-rural properties outside the Rochester Hills water main area | Well pumps draw significant startup current; the circuit must be sized correctly or the pump will trip its breaker on every start cycle. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair |
| any home where breakers trip often or a fuse blows repeatedly | A breaker that trips under normal load may signal a wiring fault or an overloaded circuit, not just a weak breaker. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections |
| buyers, sellers, and owners of older homes with unknown wiring history | An inspection before a home sale often surfaces small issues that are far cheaper to fix before closing than after. |
| Heat Tape Installation |
| homeowners dealing with frozen pipes or roof ice dams in Michigan winters | Heat tape without a properly protected dedicated circuit is a fire and shock risk; the electrical side of the installation matters as much as the tape itself. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation |
| homeowners updating kitchens, bathrooms, garages, or outdoor spaces | GFCI protection is required by code in kitchens, bathrooms, and all outdoor locations. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection |
| homeowners with smart TVs, home offices, or expensive appliances they want to protect | A panel-level device protects everything in the home at once, including appliances that are not plugged into individual surge strips. |
| Lighting Installation |
| homeowners remodeling or anyone adding outdoor security lighting | Exterior fixtures need to be weatherproofed and properly sealed to hold up through Michigan winters. |
How do I know if my home needs a panel or service upgrade?
The most common signs are breakers that trip under normal use, lights that dim when a large appliance starts, and a panel that feels warm or buzzes. If your home is still on 100-amp service and you are adding an EV charger, electric heating equipment, or major appliances, the panel almost certainly needs to be upgraded before the new load is added. We perform a load calculation on every panel job so the new service is sized for what the home actually needs.
What causes breakers to trip repeatedly?
Repeated tripping usually means one of three things: the circuit is overloaded and drawing more current than it was designed to carry, the breaker itself is aging and no longer holding its rated load, or there is a wiring fault somewhere on the circuit. A kitchen circuit that trips when the microwave and toaster run at the same time is almost always an overload. A breaker that trips with nothing unusual running points to a fault or a failing breaker. We trace the cause rather than just resetting and moving on.
Is electrical work in Rochester Hills permitted and inspected?
Most significant electrical work, including panel upgrades, service changes, new circuit installation, and rewiring, requires a permit and inspection in Rochester Hills and throughout Oakland County. We handle the permit process on jobs that require it, and the work is performed by licensed electricians so it passes inspection the first time. Permitted work also protects you at resale; unpermitted electrical work is a common issue that surfaces during home inspections.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
We give you a clear quote before any work begins and get your approval before we start. What we quote is what you pay.
Is the wiring in an older Oakland County home safe?
It depends on the type of wiring and how it has been maintained or modified over the years. Knob-and-tube wiring that has been left alone and is not overloaded may be functional, but it was not designed for modern electrical loads and lacks a ground. Aluminum branch-circuit wiring from the 1960s and 1970s is safe when connected with the correct devices, but it becomes a fire risk when connected with standard copper-rated outlets and switches. We inspect what is there and explain your options before recommending any work.
What does a Level 2 EV charger installation involve?
A Level 2 charger runs on a dedicated 240-volt circuit, the same voltage as a dryer or range. We start with a panel capacity check to make sure the existing service can carry the added load. If it can, we run the dedicated circuit from the panel to the garage or parking location, mount the charger, and make sure the wiring is sized correctly for the charger model. If the panel is already near capacity, we discuss a service upgrade at the same time so everything is handled in one visit.
How does backup generator hookup work?
We wire a transfer switch between the generator and your main panel. The transfer switch is what allows the generator to power your home safely; it isolates your home from the utility line so the generator does not back-feed onto the grid, which is a serious hazard for utility workers. For standby generators, we wire the automatic transfer switch so the generator starts and switches over on its own when utility power fails. We work with generators you already own or handle the electrical side of a new installation.
Experienced With Older and Newer Homes
We work regularly with knob-and-tube systems, aluminum wiring, and outdated panels in Oakland County's older housing stock, as well as new construction and modern additions.
Do I need to be home while the work is being done?
For most jobs, yes, at least at the start. We need access to the panel and the areas where work is being done, and we walk you through what we find before any work begins. For larger projects that span more than one visit, we can often work with your schedule so you are not home for every hour of the job. We give you a clear scope and quote upfront so there are no surprises while work is in progress.
How do you handle pricing and estimates?
We give you a straight quote before any work begins. Once we have seen the job, we explain what it involves and what it will cost, and we get your approval before we start. We do not give vague ranges and settle up later. For larger projects like panel upgrades or rewiring, we may need to do a brief walkthrough before quoting, but the quote is firm once it is given. Call (248) 791-9979 to get the process started.
Work Performed by Licensed Electricians
Every job is handled by licensed electricians who know the code requirements for Rochester Hills and Oakland County, so the work passes inspection and holds up over time.
What do flickering or dimming lights usually mean?
Occasional flickering when a large appliance starts, like a refrigerator compressor or an air handler, is usually a voltage dip and may point to an undersized service or a circuit that is carrying more load than it should. Flickering that happens without any obvious trigger, or that affects multiple rooms at once, can indicate a loose connection at the panel, a failing breaker, or a problem with the utility connection at the meter. Either way, it is worth having someone look at it rather than waiting to see if it gets worse.
Are warm or buzzing outlets something to worry about?
Yes. An outlet that feels warm to the touch or buzzes under load is a sign of a loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or a failing device. These conditions can cause arcing inside the wall, which is one of the leading causes of residential electrical fires. Stop using the outlet, avoid plugging anything else into nearby outlets on the same circuit, and call us. This is not a situation to monitor and revisit later.
Are you available for same-day or emergency electrical work?
We schedule work every day of the week, including weekends, from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM. Most urgent situations fall within that window. For problems that genuinely cannot wait, call (248) 791-9979 and we will do our best to get to you the same day. Sparking outlets, burning smells, and partial power loss are situations we prioritize.
Every home and every job is a little different; call (248) 791-9979 and we will give you a straight answer about what your situation actually needs.
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