Electric

New Electric Service

Are you building a new house? Do you need a new electric service? These can seem intimidating, but we're here to make it simple.

BMU will work directly with your builder or electrician to make sure the adequate electric service is installed throughout the entire construction process. Whether you need a temporary electric service to support construction, or you are ready for a permanent electric service, BMU electric crews will be there to make sure it's ready when you are.

Contact us at 605-697-8408 with any questions or if you are ready to get started.

Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)

BMU takes pride in delivering good quality power to your residence, but unforeseen things can happen than can affect power quality. If you have small, sensitive electronic equipment that cannot ride through these occasional disturbances on the power system, you may be interested in renting an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) from BMU. You can rent them on a month-by-month basis. BMU maintains these units and makes sure batteries are replaced annually.

Security Lights

Do you need more light on your property? BMU offers a security light program to do just that.

The LED light must be installed on an existing pole and connected to the utility lines without metering. If there is no existing pole, or the existing pole does not meet requirements of the area to be lighted, the necessary material will be furnished by BMU, and labor and material costs will apply. The light will remain the property of BMU and shall be maintained by BMU at no cost to the customer. If the light is removed within 2 years of installation, a service fee shall be applied.

If interested, contact us to learn more about available wattages, monthly costs, and your specific options.

Locating Underground Utilities

If you are looking to do a home improvement project or anything that requires you to dig on you property, make sure you call in an underground locate. Refer to our Before you Dig page for more information about this crucial process.

Brookings Municipal Utilities doesn't just provide electric service to your business, we provide additional programs and services to help your business meet its goals. Give us a call or contact us to discuss any opportunities.

Bright Energy Choices for Businesses

Does you business have a goal to be 100% renewable? We can help! Our Bright Energy Choices program allows businesses to purchase Renewable Energy Certificates, or REC's, to offset the portion of your electricity that comes from fossil fuels. This ensures your electrical purchases comes from 100% clean and carbon-free sources. Making clean energy purchases through RECs helps promote the development of future clean and renewable resources and demonstrates your support for our environment.

How much does it cost?

Energy usage is billed per killowatt-hour (KWh), and the Bright Energy Choices premium will be applied to the percentage of your actual energy purchases that come from fossil fuels. This will show up as a separate line item on your bill. The Bright Energy Choices premium for 2022 is $0.001, or one-tenth of one cent, per KWh.

Contact us if you are interested in participating. We can provide additional details related to the program and estimate the amount of REC's your business will need to purchase to be 100% renewable.

Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)

BMU takes pride in delivering good quality power to your business, but unforeseen things can happen than can affect power quality. If you have small, sensitive electronic equipment that cannot ride through these occasional disturbances on the power system, you may be interested in renting an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) from BMU. You can rent them on a month-by-month basis. BMU maintains these units and makes sure batteries are replaced annually.

Security Lights

Do you need more light on your property or parking lot? BMU offers a security light program to do just that.

The LED light must be installed on an existing pole and connected to the utility lines without metering. If there is no existing pole, or the existing pole does not meet requirements of the area to be lighted, the necessary material will be furnished by BMU, and labor and material costs will apply. The light will remain the property of BMU and shall be maintained by BMU at no cost to the customer. If the light is removed within 2 years of installation, a service fee shall be applied.

If interested, contact us to learn more about available wattages, monthly costs, and your specific options.

Commercial Maintenance Program

In partnership with Missouri River Energy Services (MRES), we can offer a multitude of maintenance services for your manufacturing business. Download the brochure to learn how you can take your maintenance program to the next level. Available services include:

• Motor Testing
  • In today’s business environment, motor management and maintenance efforts are key to reducing manufacturing costs, increasing return on investments, and improving reliability.
• Ultrasonic Inspection
  • Leaks in compressed air or vacuum systems, bearing vibrations, steam trap failures, and electrical arcing all create noise that cannot be heard by the human ear. These vibrations can be pinpointed and measured by MRES technicians using ultrasonic equipment.
• Rapid Imaging
  • Using a high-speed camera and specialized software, technicians are able to detect movement of equipment and structures not visible to the human eye. Motion amplification software allows the user to measure the amount, direction, and velocity of movement within or between objects. This cutting edge technology addresses the root problem that leads to equipment failure.
• Digital Infrared Inspections
  • High-definition infrared imaging is a proactive, non-contact, non-destructive method of detecting temperature variations in equipment. The digital images identify "hot spots" that are early indicators of problems.