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Traverse City
Protect your equipment. Power your business safely. Get it done right with BTE Electric.
If you’re running a business, reliable power isn’t a luxury, it’s essential. From commercial kitchens and server rooms to dental chairs and office copiers, your equipment depends on stable, uninterrupted electrical flow. That’s where dedicated circuits come in.
At BTE Electric, we install and service dedicated circuits for commercial clients throughout Mid-Michigan and the Traverse City area. Whether you’re adding new equipment, remodeling your space, or correcting code issues, we’re here to help you get powered up safely and stay that way.
A dedicated circuit is a power line run directly from your electrical panel to a single piece of equipment, meaning nothing else shares that line. That circuit has its own breaker and is sized specifically for the electrical demands of the device it’s powering.
This is essential for:
ANSWER: Dedicated circuits are often required (or strongly recommended) in commercial settings for:
| Application | Examples |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Equipment | Ovens, fryers, walk-in coolers, espresso machines |
| Medical & Dental | X-ray machines, autoclaves, dental chairs |
| IT/Server Rooms | Rack-mounted servers, UPS systems, routers/switches |
| Retail/Office | Copiers, printers, POS systems, security systems |
| Industrial Equipment | Motors, compressors, CNC machines, welders |
| HVAC Systems | Rooftop units, split systems, exhaust fans |
We can walk your site, evaluate your equipment loads, and determine which circuits require their own breakers and which don’t.
ANSWER: Most commercial equipment draws a significant amount of current. Putting it on a shared circuit can cause breaker trips, overheating, or equipment failure, not to mention violate code. Dedicated circuits ensure your investment works safely and reliably.
ANSWER: Sometimes yes, often no. Even if it “works,” using an outlet not rated for your equipment’s load is a huge liability. It’s worth a quick evaluation from our licensed team to avoid future headaches or insurance issues.
ANSWER: It depends on your existing capacity. If your panel is full or already near its load limit, we’ll walk through your options, whether it’s adding a sub-panel, managing your load, or upgrading service.
ANSWER: Every facility is different, but here are general pricing ranges:
| Service Type | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Basic 120V dedicated circuit (e.g. printer, office equipment) | $250–$450 |
| 240V or high-amp circuit (e.g. kitchen or shop equipment) | $450–$850 |
| Sub-panel required or long wire runs | Custom quote |
Bulk pricing is available when adding multiple circuits at once (i.e. a kitchen build-out or office renovation).
We also provide full documentation for inspections and project management tracking.
ANSWER:
Whether you’re setting up a new space or adding high-demand equipment, BTE Electric will make sure you have the dedicated circuits your business needs to run safely and efficiently. Call today or request a quote online. Let’s make sure your equipment gets the power it deserves.