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Metro Detroit's Premier Contractor

Infrastructure That Powers Communities.

Universal Contracting Services combines state-of-the-art equipment, skilled employees, and a commitment to safety to deliver dependable utility and infrastructure contracting services across Metro Detroit and beyond.

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  • Certified MBE

    Minority Business Enterprise

  • IBEW Local 17

    Proud union member

  • Safety-Focused Operations

    Safety first, always

  • Skilled Crews & Modern Equipment

    State-of-the-art fleet

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) seal

Proud member of IBEW Local 17Minority-owned and operated

MMSDC (Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council) and Minority Business Development Agency Business Center logos
Aerial view of Universal Contracting's fleet of bucket trucks lined up in the Detroit yard

Metro Detroit & beyond

Serving and employing our cities' great residents.

About Universal

Built on Experience. Driven by Safety.

Universal Contracting Services is a minority-owned and operated contractor based in Detroit. We use state-of-the-art equipment, proper employee training, and a systematic approach to problem-solving to ensure we continue as one of the best in the business.

  • State-of-the-art equipment
  • Proper employee training
  • Systematic problem-solving
  • Uncompromising integrity
  • Commitment to safety
  • Dependable contracting services
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Our Services

Complete Utility & Infrastructure Solutions.

From overhead electrical infrastructure to underground construction, Universal Contracting Services provides professional solutions for essential utility and infrastructure projects.

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Our Commitment

Safety Is at the Center of Everything We Do.

Keeping safety first, as we are facilitating extraordinary growth while never compromising our five core beliefs. Workplace safety, proper employee training, professional conduct and teamwork are how our crews deliver dependable service on every job.

Discover Our Values
  1. 01

    Safety

    Chance takers are accident makers, take the Universal pledge.

  2. 02

    Integrity

    We uphold the highest standards of integrity in all our actions.

  3. 03

    Accountability

    Is the glue that bonds commitment to results.

  4. 04

    Constant Improvement

    Even perfection has room for improvement, learn something new.

  5. 05

    Quality

    We provide outstanding products and unsurpassed service that, together, deliver premium value to our customers.

Our Capabilities

The Equipment. The People. The Capability.

Lineman in a hard hat and safety vest working from a bucket truck among overhead power lines

  • The Equipment

    A state-of-the-art fleet of bucket trucks, digger derricks and support vehicles maintained for demanding work.

  • The People

    Skilled, properly trained IBEW Local 17 crews who take pride in safe, professional work.

  • The Capability

    A systematic approach to problem-solving across overhead, underground, lighting and signal projects.

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Experience Our Work in Action.

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Join Our Team

Build Your Career With Universal.

Explore opportunities to work with a team committed to safety, professionalism, and building essential infrastructure.

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Let's Build Something That Lasts.

Partner with Universal Contracting Services for dependable infrastructure solutions backed by skilled employees, modern equipment, and a commitment to safety.

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