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Reliant Electric
5.0(
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Serving Summit, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kevin called with an ETA, much appreciated so I would be available to his services. Kevin Sheats was refreshing, as he respected my home by removing his shoes. In my opinion, a major plus! He assessed my problem, provided his expertise to address the issue, and affordable, all the awhile putting my mind at ease, professionally. I have added Reliant Electric to my contacts! Thank you, Kevin."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
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R. Bruton Electric, LLC
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Serving Summit, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kenny, the electrian was very friendly and knowable. It took least than an hour so he was happy to do a few other little problems I had. I was very happy with the job and the cost! I will be calling them again for any electrical work I need done and already telling friends about them."
Response time2 days
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ELITE ELECTRIC LLC
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Serving Summit, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"John @ Elite Electric did my generator, panel upgrade, and a bunch of other electrical stuff around the house. Work is clean and neat. Price is reasonable. John is a great guy; would absolutely recommend and hire him again."
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Michigan Residential Electric
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Serving Summit, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With 30 years in business MRE Electric can do it all. We are experienced in troubleshooting problems and installing new circuits and anything that you need inside your home or business. We have been installing whole house generators since 1998 and can figure out the most complicated installations. We do small commercial and industrial also with many complete projects.

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

To determine if an electrical outlet is blown, look for visible signs of damage such as a burning or smoky smell, burn marks, or a melted or discolored plastic cover. If you notice a burning smell, contact an electrician immediately. Other signs include a plug that keeps falling out or the outlet not working when you test it with different devices. For further troubleshooting, you can use a voltage tester or multimeter to check for power; a reading of zero indicates a problem. Also, check your circuit breaker or fuse box to see if the circuit was tripped and reset it if necessary. If these steps don't resolve the issue, the outlet may need to be replaced.

In the case of electrical overflow, an ungrounded outlet should trip the circuit breaker, staving off dangerous scenarios. However, this is not always the case, especially if the wires and circuit breaker are worn down or damaged in some way. Ungrounded wires melt over time as they are introduced to more and more electricity. In other words, a circuit breaker offers protection in most instances but not always, and that’s where the danger lies with ungrounded outlets.

240V is the standard for more demanding appliances in the United States, whereas 220V is more common elsewhere. The voltage isn’t very different in any practical sense. The United States is a newer country compared to many other regions in the world with a faster adoption of new electrical needs. Appliances in the United States are often bigger than other parts of the world.

Often, simply looking at a Christmas light fuse will reveal whether it’s blown or not. Dark staining inside the glass that looks like a burn mark means the fuse has blown. If a burn mark isn’t evident, visually inspect the fuse for an intact filament inside. The fuse is no longer usable if the filament is broken or appears non-existent.  

Regular inspections, avoiding circuit overloads, and updating wiring when needed help maintain efficiency.

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