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Powering Businesses in Central Michigan Since 1927

Not every commercial electrician in Flint has been around for nearly a century. Design Electric Services has a long history of working with businesses in the Genesee County area to provide electrical solutions. Whether your company’s building needs repairs or new lighting installed, we have the tools and know-how to get it done, efficiently and for a reasonable price.

We understand that commercial and industrial projects need to be handled with minimal disruption to the employee and consumer environment. Call us today to schedule an appointment with one of our expert electricians; we have a line available 24/7 for emergency repairs, so your business can stay up and running in the event of a sudden electrical problem.

Our Commercial Services

At Design Electric Services, we tailor our commercial services to the needs of your property. We specialize in the following services for our commercial and industrial clients in Genesee County and the surrounding areas:
  • Lighting installation services
  • EV charger installation
  • Electrical panel upgrades and repair
  • Generator repair & installation
  • Ceiling fan repair & installation
  • Remodeling
  • Surge protection

Why You Should Hire a Commercial Electrician in Flint

Commercial electrical systems are often much more complex than what you have at home. Businesses use significantly more electricity on a daily basis than residential properties and may have niche requirements. This is just one of the reasons why it’s important to hire a licensed electrician with commercial experience to do any electrical maintenance, installation, or repair work for your business.
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Keep your workplace safe.

At the first sign of downed power lines, sparking outlets, or other dire electrical problems, it is common sense to call an electrician to ensure the safety of your employees and customers. But it’s also important to have an electrician perform regular maintenance to limit the need for emergency repairs in the first place. Plus, commercial electricians will correctly install any new lighting, ceiling fans or other electrical equipment correctly the first time and ensure the wiring in your building is up to code.

Prepare for remodels or renovations.

A remodel or renovation of your storefront, office space, or warehouse will require assistance from a professional commercial electrician in Flint. Even simply installing new lights is better handled by a specialized expert than a novice. At Design Electric Services, we work with you to formulate the best possible plan for your electrical systems and lighting during renovations.

Achieve maximum cost and energy efficiency.

No business wants to pay more than they have to for energy costs, especially if that business requires a significant amount of electricity to function on a day-to-day basis. By hiring an electrician to perform regular maintenance like electrical panel upgrades, you will ensure your business’ appliances and machinery are running at maximum efficiency. Frequent generator maintenance will also ensure your business doesn’t lose time or money in the case of a power outage in Genesee County.

Create a welcoming environment for employees and customers.

Good lighting in a commercial space is essential. How are office employees supposed to be productive if they can’t see properly? And diners in a restaurant require the perfect balance of mood lighting and visibility. But, lighting is not the only electrical feature that keeps employees and customers happy. An environment with exposed wires, humming electrical panels, and dysfunctional outlets will frustrate anyone and may be dangerous.

A quick call to your friendly Flint commercial electrician will solve all of your electrical problems. The techs at Design Electric Services are standing by, ready to answer our emergency phone line 24/7.

Our Past Commercial Electrical Work in Genesee County

With nearly a century of experience, Design Electric Services has a long history of commercial work. Here are just a few of our recent electrical projects on commercial sites:
  • Michigan Eye Institute Fenton
  • Famous Dave’s BBQ
  • Old Navy
  • Eye Care Specialists of Michigan Saginaw
  • The Gap
  • Forever 21
  • Sports Creek Raceway
  • Auto Zone
  • Panera Bread
  • O’Reilly Auto Parts
  • Duluth Trading Company

Electrical Considerations for Flint Business Owners

Running a Flint business comes with some quirks and specific electrical challenges that go well beyond what a typical homeowner has to contend with day-to-day.

Here are a few key considerations our commercial electricians help business owners navigate.

Navigating Consumers Energy Rebates for LED and Controls Retrofits

Business owners should be aware of their ability to seriously offset the cost of upgrading their property with cutting-edge features.

Our commercial electricians in Flint, MI, stay current on available incentives via Consumers Energy’s rebate programs, including:

  • Identifying which LED/lighting control upgrades qualify for rebates.
  • Estimating potential savings before work begins.
  • Handling rebate paperwork and utility coordination.
  • Pairing retrofits with other efficiency upgrades to maximize your return.

Upgrading to 277/480V 3-Phase Power

Many older commercial buildings in Flint weren’t wired to handle the demands of modern equipment.

Common reasons businesses need this upgrade include:

  • Installing new HVAC systems or industrial machinery.
  • Adding high-capacity or large-scale lighting.
  • Expanding production or manufacturing equipment.
  • Preparing a building for a new commercial tenant with heavier power needs.

City of Flint Building & Safety Compliance

Commercial electrical upgrades typically require plan review and permitting through the City of Flint’s Building & Safety division.

We handle this process for our clients from start to finish, such as:

  • Preparing and submitting plans for review.
  • Pulling required permits.
  • Coordinating inspections.
  • Making sure your project meets current code requirements.

Commercial Standby Generator Installation

Michigan winters bring the risk of extended power outages, and a business that goes dark means:

  • Lost revenue from closed or non-operational hours.
  • Spoiled inventory or product loss.
  • Unsafe conditions for employees and customers.
  • Disrupted access to critical systems like security, refrigeration or medical equipment.

Thermal Imaging and Infrared Inspections

Overheated breakers and loose connections are often invisible until they cause a failure or a fire.

Our commercial electricians in Flint, MI, use thermal imaging and infrared inspection tools to catch issues like:

  • Overheating breakers and panels.
  • Loose or degraded electrical connections.
  • Overloaded circuits.
  • Early warning signs of equipment failure.

Heat-Trace Cables and Freeze Protection

Sub-zero temperatures put commercial piping at serious risk. We install heat-trace cable systems that help protect against:

  • Frozen and burst pipes.
  • Water damage to your property and equipment.
  • Operational shutdowns during winter weather.
  • Costly emergency plumbing and electrical repairs.

Commercial EV Charging Infrastructure

As more customers and employees drive electric vehicles, adding EV charging to your parking lot is becoming a competitive advantage.

We design and install:

  • Level 2 chargers for employee and long-stay customer parking.
  • DC fast chargers for high-traffic commercial locations.
  • Charging infrastructure sized to your property's available power capacity.
  • Systems built to accommodate future expansiion as EV demand grows.

Commercial Electrical Services Near Flint

In addition to Flint, our commercial electricians serve business owners throughout Genesee County. Our Davison commercial electricians handle everything from lighting retrofits to panel upgrades for local retailers and offices. In Grand Blanc, our commercial electrician crew supports the area’s growing mix of retail and professional office space. And for businesses further north, our Mt. Morris commercial electricians are ready to help with everything from routine maintenance to full electrical upgrades.

No matter where your business is situated in Genesee County, Design Electric Services is ready to help keep your electrical systems safe and up to code.