OUTDOOR UTILITIES

Buist provides outdoor utilities services across West Michigan, including underground electrical distribution, fiber optic cabling, duct banks, and site lighting. Our team supports commercial and industrial projects with trenching, directional boring, and equipment setting to deliver reliable power and communication infrastructure.

CAPABILITIES

UNDERGROUND / OVERHEAD FIBER CABLING

OUTDOOR LIGHTING INSTALLATION

EQUIPMENT SETTING

DUCT BANK, MANHOLE, AND CONCRETE

MEDIUM VOLTAGE

Underground / Overhead Fiber Cabling

Whether your project requires cabling between buildings or overhead wide area networks, Buist has you covered with overhead and underground installation. Buist is prepared to supply and install all varieties of underground cable and piping.

Outdoor Lighting Installation

From parking lots to athletic field lighting, we provide successful installations, repairs, and maintenance.

Equipment Setting

The Outdoor Utilities team will set transformers, utility poles, generators, and any other large equipment your project requires.

Duct Bank, Manholes, and Concrete

Our team has the expertise and industry leading equipment needed to handle your duct bank, manhole, and concrete work needs for power distribution and telecommunications.

Medium Voltage

The Outdoor Utilities team is ready to handle all of your medium voltage and excavation projects, as well as all other outdoor utility work. We are a preferred subcontractor of Consumers Energy and our relationship is longstanding and proven.

EQUIPMENT

Buist utilizes a dedicated outdoor utilities fleet to support efficient, safe installation across commercial and industrial projects. Our team is equipped to perform both underground and overhead work while minimizing disruption to active sites.

Excavators

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Our fleet of excavators handle all of our toughest underground tasks.

Trucks and Trailers

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Our team has an extensive fleet consisting of a stocked medium voltage repair trailer, bucket trucks, stocked F550's all with their own designated tools and gear, and trailers for safe transport of equipment.

Directional Boring

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Buist has the equipment, knowledge, and experience to execute directional drilling with minimal disruption to the existing roads and/or structures around the project.

Fully-equipped Bucket Trucks

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Bucket trucks ensure quicker and safer installation and maintenance of outdoor lighting and overhead needs. They have proven to reduce project downtime and minimize disruptions. Additionally, they lead to cost savings as the efficient work process translates to lower labor costs and quicker project completion.

Vibra Plows and Trenchers

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Multiple trenchers and vibra-plows.

RECENT PROJECTS

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Michigan State University – Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

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Saranac High School Stadium

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Corewell Health Endoscopy Center

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FAQ

What is outdoor utilities?

Outdoor utilities involves installing and maintaining infrastructure such as underground electrical systems, fiber optic cabling, duct banks, and site lighting that support power and communication across a facility.

What is duct bank installation?

A duct bank is a system of conduits encased in concrete that protects and organizes underground electrical or communication cables, commonly used in commercial and industrial developments.

What is the difference between directional boring and trenching?

Directional boring installs utilities underground without continuous excavation, reducing surface disruption. Trenching requires open excavation and is used when full access is needed.

When do I need underground electrical installation?

Underground electrical installation is needed for new construction, expansions, or when upgrading existing infrastructure to improve safety and performance.

Do you provide fiber optic installation between buildings?

Yes, Buist installs both overhead and underground fiber optic cabling to support communication between buildings and across facilities.

CONTACT OUR OUTDOOR UTILITIES TEAM

Planning a project in West Michigan? Connect with the Buist team to discuss your outdoor utilities needs.