We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"John from Electrical Maintenance was very responsive and reliable. The quality and speed of installation was great. Would highly recommend them to anyone with an electrical project. Very profess!"
Wayne L on March 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"John from Electrical Maintenance was very responsive and reliable. The quality and speed of installation was great. Would highly recommend them to anyone with an electrical project. Very profess!"
Wayne L on March 2023
When homeowners in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas want safer, more reliable homes, they call Mister Sparky! Our local electricians provide exceptional service and high-quality results for all electrical projects, from annual inspections to whole-house rewiring. Our team is known for its expertise, with every member trained and qualified to handle electrical repairs, installations, maintenance, and inspections with the utmost safety. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring all our staff is background-checked and drug-screened. Our work complies with local codes and is covered by the UWIN Guarantee, a 100% guarantee on our parts, labor, and workmanship. Call us today to request an appointment!
"He will be returning to finish and I would like same person to come out.. I feel safer than before and he was complete with instructions and I understood all the info given to me"
Julia L on April 2025
When homeowners in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas want safer, more reliable homes, they call Mister Sparky! Our local electricians provide exceptional service and high-quality results for all electrical projects, from annual inspections to whole-house rewiring. Our team is known for its expertise, with every member trained and qualified to handle electrical repairs, installations, maintenance, and inspections with the utmost safety. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring all our staff is background-checked and drug-screened. Our work complies with local codes and is covered by the UWIN Guarantee, a 100% guarantee on our parts, labor, and workmanship. Call us today to request an appointment!
"He will be returning to finish and I would like same person to come out.. I feel safer than before and he was complete with instructions and I understood all the info given to me"
Julia L on April 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Scott was very professional and thorough. I appreciated that he looked into the specs for the fireplace that was going to be put on the wall, and positioned the outlet where the unit would not be impeded by the plug. I would highly recommend his work!"
Julie C on April 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Scott was very professional and thorough. I appreciated that he looked into the specs for the fireplace that was going to be put on the wall, and positioned the outlet where the unit would not be impeded by the plug. I would highly recommend his work!"
Julie C on April 2025
Welcome to Total Electrical Services, LLC! We have been proudly serving the local area since 2007, bringing over 20 years of experience to Wayland and the surrounding areas. We promise to provide high quality work to every homeowner that we work with, taking pride in each project that we complete. Cash and checks are accepted for payment. Call today to schedule your appointment for reliable service. You will not regret your decision to work with us!
"Very professional, knowledgeable, and down to earth. Tim fixed several things in my house without a problem. Would definitely rehire/recommend to anyone."
Daniel S on November 2019
Welcome to Total Electrical Services, LLC! We have been proudly serving the local area since 2007, bringing over 20 years of experience to Wayland and the surrounding areas. We promise to provide high quality work to every homeowner that we work with, taking pride in each project that we complete. Cash and checks are accepted for payment. Call today to schedule your appointment for reliable service. You will not regret your decision to work with us!
"Very professional, knowledgeable, and down to earth. Tim fixed several things in my house without a problem. Would definitely rehire/recommend to anyone."
Daniel S on November 2019
The majority of local building authorities require permits for new electrical installations, including basement outlets. These requirements ensure your installation meets safety standards, particularly important in basement environments where moisture exposure is possible. Professional electricians generally handle permitting as part of their service. Permit fees average approximately $50, though this varies by municipality.
Your circuit's capacity determines how many outlets it can safely support. High-power basement appliances like freezers, dehumidifiers, or workshop equipment may require dedicated circuits rather than sharing with multiple outlets. A qualified electrician can evaluate your electrical panel to determine whether additional circuits are needed for your basement outlet project.
Yes, the National Electrical Code mandates GFCI protection for outlets in unfinished basement areas. These specialized outlets, which cost around $240 installed (compared to $230 for standard outlets), automatically cut power when they detect ground faults, providing essential protection in potentially damp environments. This small price difference represents a worthwhile investment in basement safety.
Professional electricians can typically complete a basic outlet installation in approximately 1-2 hours, assuming straightforward access to existing wiring. More complex installations requiring new circuits or panel modifications will take longer. Multiple outlet installations become increasingly efficient, with each additional outlet requiring less time than a standalone installation.