Electrician in Selden, NY
RJ & Son Electric provides residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical service throughout Selden and surrounding Suffolk County communities.
Richard Gruttola is the licensed and insured Master Electrician behind the company. Call for electrical repairs, panel work, lighting, EV charger installation, rewiring, generator transfer switches, surge protection, renovations, and 24/7 emergency electrical service.
(631) 833-7663
Electrical Work for Selden Homes & Businesses
Electrical work at a Selden property can range from troubleshooting an outlet, switch, breaker, or lighting problem to rewiring part of a renovation, installing an EV charger, adding new circuits, or making changes to a panel or electrical service.
The right solution should follow what is actually happening in the electrical system.
A breaker that repeatedly trips does not automatically mean the breaker itself has failed. Flickering lights do not automatically mean the panel needs replacement. An older electrical service is not automatically inadequate, and installing an EV charger does not automatically require a 200-amp service.
Richard can evaluate the problem or planned project and explain what electrical work makes sense for the property.
Electrical load, panel space, service capacity, wiring condition, connected equipment, previous renovations, and the actual symptoms can all affect the recommendation.
Electrical Services for Residential & Commercial Properties
RJ & Son Electric handles everyday electrical repairs along with larger installations, renovations, wiring projects, panel work, and commercial electrical projects.
Troubleshooting for breakers, circuits, outlets, switches, wiring, flickering lights, partial power loss, and other electrical problems.
Electrical Repairs & TroubleshootingPanel repair, replacement, subpanels, and electrical service changes when the condition of the existing system or project calls for that work.
Electrical Panel ServicesRecessed lighting, fixtures, outdoor lighting, commercial lighting, dimmers, sensors, and controls.
Lighting InstallationEV charger circuits and installation based on the charger, electrical demand, panel configuration, service capacity, and installation route.
EV Charger InstallationTargeted and larger wiring projects for renovations, additions, damaged wiring, and electrical systems that need modification.
Rewiring ServicesTransfer equipment for compatible portable and backup-generator arrangements.
Generator Transfer Switch InstallationPanel-level surge protective equipment designed to help limit transient overvoltage reaching connected electrical equipment.
Whole-Home Surge ProtectionNew or relocated outlets, switches, controls, ceiling fans, and other everyday electrical improvements.
Outlet & Switch ServicesRepairs, lighting, circuits, panel work, renovations, and equipment-related electrical projects for Selden businesses.
Commercial Electrical ServicesWhat Suffolk County Customers Say
These reviews come from RJ & Son Electric customers across Suffolk County. They are not presented as Selden-specific reviews unless the customer's location is independently confirmed.
Larsen Hansen reviewed a panel replacement and relocation with transfer-switch installation and highlighted the professional service, clean work, and minimal damage.
Larsen Hansen Google reviewJustin Schackne reviewed high-hat lighting, kitchen rewiring, and outlet replacement and highlighted Rich's professionalism and clear explanations.
Justin Schackne Google reviewJBC said they had used RJ & Son several times and described Rich as efficient, reliable, knowledgeable, and easy to work with.
JBC Google reviewElectrical Problems Worth Having Checked
The same electrical symptom can have several possible causes. Troubleshooting helps identify what is actually happening before parts or larger equipment are replaced.
The cause can involve electrical load, connected equipment, wiring, a fault, the breaker itself, or another electrical condition.
Flickering can involve a fixture, control, electrical connection, circuit, load, wiring, or another problem.
A persistent burning or unusually hot smell from electrical equipment deserves prompt professional attention.
Significant unexplained heat around an outlet, switch, breaker, panel, or other electrical equipment should be evaluated.
Unusual electrical sounds can indicate a device, connection, wiring, panel, or another electrical problem.
If only part of the property loses power, the cause can involve a circuit, connection, panel, service equipment, or another condition.
Smoke, Fire, Sparking or Serious Electrical Injury?
Keep away from damaged electrical equipment. If there is active fire, heavy smoke, serious electrical injury, or another immediate danger to people, leave the area and call 911. For an urgent property electrical problem, call (631) 833-7663.
New Electrical Demand Does Not Automatically Mean a 200-Amp Upgrade
EV chargers, electric appliances, HVAC equipment, additions, workshops, pools, hot tubs, and commercial equipment can justify evaluating the existing electrical system. They do not automatically mean the panel or utility service needs to be replaced.
The electrical loads already being served should be considered when determining how additional equipment can be supplied.
Available breaker space and total service capacity are different issues. A physically full panel does not automatically mean the utility service is undersized.
The EV charger, appliance, HVAC system, pool equipment, workshop equipment, or other load should be evaluated based on its actual electrical requirements.
The panel, service equipment, wiring, and relevant circuits should be evaluated based on their current condition and configuration rather than age alone.
Learn more about electrical panel services and EV charger installation .
Electrical Work for Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements & Additions
Renovation work is a practical time to plan where lighting, outlets, switches, appliances, and new circuits will be needed before finished surfaces are complete.
Electrical projects can include:
- Kitchen appliance circuits.
- New or relocated outlets.
- Switches and lighting controls.
- Recessed and decorative lighting.
- Bathroom electrical work.
- Basement wiring.
- Addition wiring.
- Garage electrical work.
- Ceiling fans.
- Targeted rewiring where existing wiring needs attention.
If walls or ceilings are already open, wiring routes and fixture locations can be considered before finished surfaces are installed.
Local Electrical Service in the Middle Country Area
Town of Brookhaven planning material identifies Selden and Centereach as the Middle Country communities, with Middle Country Road, State Route 25, serving as the main commercial corridor connecting the area.
Homes, Businesses & Property Improvements
Brookhaven identifies Selden as ZIP 11784, and the community is currently included in Town Council District 3 along with Lake Grove, Centereach, and portions of nearby communities.
RJ & Son Electric provides electrical service for Selden homes and businesses around Middle Country Road and throughout the surrounding residential areas.
Call Richard and explain what is happening at the property or what electrical project you are planning.
Town of Brookhaven Requirements
The Town of Brookhaven Building Division administers permits, licenses, inspections, and code enforcement for applicable residential and commercial construction projects throughout the Town.
Requirements depend on the project. A routine electrical repair should not automatically be treated the same as an addition, renovation, service change, basement conversion, commercial improvement, or other construction project.
Electrical Work for Businesses & Commercial Properties
Middle Country Road is a major commercial corridor through Selden, and businesses can need electrical work when tenants, layouts, equipment, lighting, or property use changes.
RJ & Son Electric provides electrical repairs and project work for offices, retail spaces, service businesses, property owners, and light industrial properties.
- Commercial electrical troubleshooting.
- Interior and exterior lighting.
- New and dedicated circuits.
- Panel and distribution work.
- Tenant improvements.
- Outlets and switches.
- Equipment-related electrical work.
- Renovation electrical work.
- 24/7 emergency electrical service.
Equipment requirements, existing electrical demand, panel configuration, circuit distribution, and service capacity should be evaluated before determining what electrical changes are needed.
Work With the Master Electrician Behind the Business
Richard Gruttola owns RJ & Son Electric and is the licensed Master Electrician behind the company.
RJ & Son Electric is licensed and insured. Richard holds Master Electrician License ME-72156.
Breaker trips, flickering lights, panel-space concerns, older equipment, and new electrical loads are evaluated before assuming a major replacement is necessary.
RJ & Son Electric handles residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical projects throughout Suffolk County.
A Look at the Electrical Work
These are examples from the RJ & Son Electric project gallery showing residential wiring, panel, lighting, and commercial electrical work completed across Suffolk County.
Electrical Problem That Cannot Wait?
Burning odors, visible sparking, electrical shock, significant unexplained heat, smoke, damaged wiring, storm damage, partial power loss, or another serious electrical problem can require urgent attention.
If there is an active fire, heavy smoke, serious electrical injury, or another immediate danger to people, leave the area and call 911.
For an urgent electrical problem involving a Selden home or business, call RJ & Son Electric directly.
Electrical Service Beyond Selden
RJ & Son Electric serves Selden along with nearby communities and properties throughout Suffolk County.
Adding Outdoor Outlets, Hot Tubs, Pool Equipment and Workshop Circuits
New outdoor and recreational equipment can add meaningful electrical loads to a home.
Selden homeowners may call an electrician for projects such as:
- Outdoor receptacles.
- Garage and workshop circuits.
- Finished basement circuits.
- Pool equipment.
- Hot tub electrical connections.
- Outdoor lighting.
- Detached structure electrical feeds.
- Additional appliance circuits.
The exact electrical requirements depend on the equipment, installation location, existing system, and project scope.
These projects should not simply be added to whatever circuit happens to be nearby. New electrical loads should be evaluated and supplied appropriately for the equipment being installed.
Ceiling Fan Installation in Selden
Replacing an existing light fixture with a ceiling fan can require more than swapping one fixture for another.
The existing electrical box and mounting method need to be appropriate for the fan being installed. Wiring and control options also depend on the existing setup and the fan.
RJ & Son Electric provides ceiling fan installation for new fans, replacement fans, fan and light combinations, and related electrical work.
A box that was suitable for a lightweight ceiling fixture should not automatically be assumed suitable for supporting a ceiling fan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does RJ & Son Electric serve Selden?
Yes. RJ & Son Electric provides residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical service throughout Selden and surrounding Suffolk County communities.
Is RJ & Son Electric licensed and insured?
Yes. RJ & Son Electric is licensed and insured. Richard Gruttola is the Master Electrician behind the company, License ME-72156.
What electrical services are available in Selden?
Services include electrical repairs, troubleshooting, panel work, lighting, EV charger installation, rewiring, generator transfer switches, surge protection, outlets, switches, commercial electrical work, and 24/7 emergency electrical service.
Is Selden in the Town of Brookhaven?
Yes. Selden is within the Town of Brookhaven and is currently part of Brookhaven Council District 3.
Is Selden part of the Middle Country area?
Brookhaven's Middle Country planning material identifies Selden and Centereach as the two Middle Country communities, with Middle Country Road, State Route 25, serving as the principal commercial corridor through the area.
Do electrical projects in Selden require permits?
Requirements depend on the scope of the work. The Town of Brookhaven Building Division administers permits and inspections for applicable construction projects, so the requirements should be confirmed for the specific property and project.
Does an older electrical panel automatically need replacement?
No. Age alone does not determine whether a panel needs replacement. Its condition, configuration, available circuit distribution, electrical demand, previous modifications, and the needs of the property should be considered.
Does an EV charger automatically require a 200-amp service?
No. The charger, charging output, existing electrical loads, panel space, service capacity, and installation conditions should be considered before deciding whether a service upgrade is necessary.
Can RJ & Son Electric help with a Selden renovation?
Yes. Renovation electrical work can include lighting, outlets, switches, appliance circuits, bathroom electrical work, basement wiring, additions, garage electrical work, ceiling fans, and targeted rewiring.
Do you provide commercial electrical service in Selden?
Yes. RJ & Son Electric provides commercial and light industrial electrical work including repairs, lighting, circuits, panel work, renovations, tenant improvements, and equipment-related electrical projects.
Can I read customer reviews before calling?
Yes. The RJ & Son Electric reviews page includes customer feedback covering panel work, rewiring, lighting, troubleshooting, outlets, transfer switches, and other electrical projects. Read customer reviews.
Do you provide 24/7 emergency electrical service in Selden?
Yes. RJ & Son Electric provides 24/7 emergency electrical service. For an urgent property electrical problem, call (631) 833-7663 .
How do I request electrical service in Selden?
Call (631) 833-7663 or use the online contact form . For an urgent electrical problem, call directly.
Need an Electrician in Selden?
Tell Richard what is happening at the property or what electrical project you are planning. RJ & Son Electric provides electrical service for Selden homes and businesses.
(631) 833-7663