Oak Electric started as a family-minded electrical contracting business in 1999, and over the past two-and-a-half decades has grown into one of Southeast Michigan’s most trusted full-service home energy companies. Based in Waterford, MI, this solar installer has built its reputation on a simple philosophy: be there for customers long after the installation is complete. President and owner Gary Pipia leads a team where the average employee tenure exceeds 10 years, a reflection of Oak’s commitment to both staff and customers. Since entering the solar market in 2008, when Michigan’s solar industry truly gained momentum, Oak Electric has completed over 5,000 residential solar installations across the state. The company holds NABCEP certification (032611-350) and maintains Master Electrician licensing, along with Tesla certification and REC Solar Pro Trust installer status. As a SunPower Master Dealer, Oak Electric serves Waterford and surrounding Michigan communities with custom solar panel systems designed for homeowners who want dependable, long-term performance. But what truly sets this solar installer apart is the breadth of services under one roof: solar energy, battery storage systems including Tesla Powerwall and other brands, backup generators, HVAC, plumbing, and comprehensive electrical work. Oak Electric is also a Top Premier Generac Generator Dealer and Lennox Premier Dealer, having completed more than 40,000 generator installations. This diversification matters for Michigan homeowners—it means Oak Electric isn’t dependent on solar market fluctuations and will remain a stable, local partner for decades to come. The company serves as a DTE Energy preferred vendor and has been selected for Ann Arbor’s Sustainable Energy Utility program to install solar and battery systems. With a 4.8-star Google rating across thousands of reviews and recognition including Nextdoor Neighborhood Faves and Angi Super Service Awards, Oak Electric has earned loyalty through workmanship, integrity, and a genuine understanding that Michigan families need reliable home energy solutions backed by a company that answers the phone. For homeowners across Metro Detroit and beyond, Oak Electric proves that solar installation doesn’t have to mean working with a fly-by-night installer—it means partnering with a local, family-owned Michigan company that’s been here for over 50 years in the electrical trade and will be here for the next 50.
Oak Electric is a full-service solar installer and energy solutions provider serving Michigan homeowners from their Waterford headquarters. The company specializes in residential solar panel installation, home battery storage systems (including Tesla Powerwall), rooftop and ground-mounted solar arrays, and integrated home energy solutions. Established in 1999 with roots in electrical contracting dating back over 50 years, Oak Electric holds NABCEP certification and Master Electrician licensing. They’ve completed more than 5,000 solar installations across Michigan since 2008. Service areas include Metro Detroit and surrounding communities throughout Southeast Michigan, including Ann Arbor, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Brighton, Clarkston, Farmington, Livonia, Novi, Rochester, Royal Oak, Troy, West Bloomfield, and beyond.
MULTI-TRADE EXPERTISE: Unlike solar-only installers, we’re licensed master electricians, HVAC contractors, and Top Premier Generac dealers with over 50 years serving Michigan. One call truly covers it all—solar panels, battery backup, electrical upgrades, and generator systems installed by experienced in-house crews, never subcontractors.
PROVEN LOCAL LONGEVITY: We’ve been a Waterford-based, family-owned Michigan company since 1999, with electrical roots spanning five decades. Our average employee has been with us over 10 years. We’ve completed 5,000+ solar installations statewide and helped customers left behind when other solar companies disappeared.
AWARD-WINNING REPUTATION: With a 4.8-star Google rating across thousands of reviews, NABCEP certification, Tesla and REC Solar certifications, SunPower Master Dealer status, and honors including Nextdoor Neighborhood Faves and Angi Super Service Awards, we’ve earned trust through quality work and integrity that Michigan homeowners can verify.
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