# Samuel Van Nuland, Electrician MA #59631-B

**Trade:** Electrical · **Address:** 36 Grove Street, Sandwich, MA 02563 · **Phone:** (508) 319-1995 · **Website:** https://www.samvnelectric.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.8/5** (medium confidence) — from 20 reviews across 3 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 11 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Samuel Van Nuland is a Cape Cod electrician based on the Upper Cape, working under his own name and licensed with the state as an active Massachusetts electrician (#59631). His site describes a residential practice covering installations, repairs and inspections, from new circuits and lighting to breaker panels and safety upgrades.

Every Google review on file — 20 of them, dated from November 2025 through August 2026 — is five stars, and none describe a problem with the work. Homeowners repeatedly praise how quickly he responds, often the same day by phone, text or email, and how punctual he is once an appointment is set. Several describe him diagnosing electrical trouble other people had missed: one reviewer's builder had dismissed a recurring issue in a new-construction house, and Van Nuland traced it to a loose connection burning inside a wall within minutes; another called him during an electrical emergency and said his advice avoided an expensive mistake. His work is also described as code-compliant — one reviewer says his projects have consistently passed town inspection — and several homeowners in older Cape houses say he explained clearly what updates were needed for safety. Reviewers note that he gives an estimate up front, wears boot covers in the house, and cleans up before leaving. Several have brought him back for follow-up work, including installing custom lighting with a dimmer switch, and a few say they've referred him to neighbors.

The reviews on file only go back to November 2025, so there isn't yet a multi-year track record to draw on, and the business's own site doesn't state how long Van Nuland has been working as an electrician — worth a quick question before booking if that matters to you.

For Cape Cod homeowners with a specific electrical repair, a troubleshooting problem, or a lighting project — especially in an older Upper Cape home — the reviews describe someone reliably easy to reach and careful in the house.

**Strengths:**
- Registry-verified license — active MA electrician license held personally
- Fast response — reviewers cite quick callbacks and on-time arrivals
- Skilled troubleshooting — diagnosed a wiring fault a builder had dismissed
- Upfront estimates — reviewers note transparent pricing before work begins
- Tidy on the job — wears boot covers, cleans work areas before leaving
- Repeat customers — several reviewers rehired him for additional projects

**Concerns:**
- Short review history — Google reviews span under a year, from November 2025

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Samuel Van Nuland holds an active Massachusetts electrician license (#59631), registry-verified under his own name. _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home) — “MA electrician license 59631 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: SAMUEL VAN NULAND”
- The business describes itself as a Cape Cod electrician focused primarily on the Upper Cape, offering residential electrical installation, repair and inspection. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.samvnelectric.com) — “A Cape Cod electrician (primarily the Upper Cape) offering residential electrical installation, repair, and inspection services.”
- 20 of 20 Google reviews on file are five stars, dated November 2025 through August 2026, with no negative reviews in the evidence. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Samuel%20Van%20Nuland%2C%20Electrician%20MA%20%2359631-B&query_place_id=ChIJw4NvUqwfvWUR9UpD2alAn1c) — “Google: 5★ from 20 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCRGExSjVWMWxzYTJNeVdXNW1TMWxPUlRSaFFrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlBDa1J5V1lsa2MyWW5mS1lORTRhQkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam was prompt for both appointments, professional, provided an estimate while still at my house, provided the services that I needed, cl…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVWVrc3lYekY2VG5Cd09XNTZNM0JKY0MxUlNVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhUeksyXzF6TnBwOW56M3BJcC1RSUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a very complex, intermittent issue that no one else was able to figure out. My house is new construction, and when I brought it up …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21acGJUTndNR1ozVnpOU016aExNMUZqZEVGeFkzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmZpbTNwMGZ3VzNSMzhLM1FjdEFxY3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam showed up to our home on time. He was pleasant and worked efficiently to finish our work. He wore covers over his work boots while he…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT200eGFHUXpYMFk1TUd0aVkzUlFXbkl0YzNoTk1HYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm4xaGQzX0Y5MGtiY3RQWnItc3hNMGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Very knowledgeable, efficient, and helpful!  We look forward to working with Sam again.”
- Reviewers repeatedly praise fast response by phone, text or email and on-time arrival. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pKVldsVnBRVWxQVEZSb016ZG9OVGs0WDJwVU1YYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjJVWlVpQUlPTFRoMzdoNTk4X2pUMXc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great communication skills. Polite, knowledgeable, efficient.
Will use Sam again. Happy to recommend his services.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pOMGR6aHdWVWRQVkc1SmRrcG5hRkZUVUZsU1RIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjN0dzhwVUdPVG5JdkpnaFFTUFlSTHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam responded quickly to my vmail and solved my problem. He is thorough and knowledgeable and I would definitely hire him again. I really…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xabWFsZFZkMmhNYjNWU2NUUkdaWEp1Y0dScldFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlZmaldVd2hMb3VScTRGZXJucGRrWEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam was great. Sam responded quickly, was easy to text with and email with he was On time, did great work, he was very thorough and easy …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21zeVRVc3hha2RMVkhaRk55MXhTWEYzWm1sTU9IYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmsyTUsxakdLVHZFNy1xSXF3ZmlMOHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I hired Sam to handle my electrical to-do list. He was responsive by phone and email. We set up the service appointment by phone, and I r…”
- Diagnosed a complex, intermittent wiring fault in a new-construction home that a builder had dismissed, tracing it to a loose connection burning inside a wall. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVWVrc3lYekY2VG5Cd09XNTZNM0JKY0MxUlNVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhUeksyXzF6TnBwOW56M3BJcC1RSUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a very complex, intermittent issue that no one else was able to figure out. My house is new construction, and when I brought it up …”
- Answered an electrical emergency call immediately and gave a recommendation the homeowner says saved significant money. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2twRWMyZGZWRTluTTJKRGVUbGhRV1JuYjBwTFRtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkpEc2dfVE9nM2JDeTlhQWRnb0pLTmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Ok so first of all I don’t understand electrical stuff at all. I got Sam’s name from people in my neighborhood. Sam answered the phone im…”
- Reviewers note upfront, transparent estimates before work begins. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCRGExSjVWMWxzYTJNeVdXNW1TMWxPUlRSaFFrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlBDa1J5V1lsa2MyWW5mS1lORTRhQkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam was prompt for both appointments, professional, provided an estimate while still at my house, provided the services that I needed, cl…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tWa1ptaEtlREZPTFdadlN6SklaVkV3WW5CSlNsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkVkZmhKeDFOLWZvSzJIZVEwYnBJSlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam gives you an estimate,  shows up on time and is pleasant to work with. When the town inspector came he told me he was impressed with …”
- Careful in customers' homes, wearing boot covers and cleaning up work areas before leaving. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25CM1pVeFZNVmsyVDBSMFVVRmlkR3cwZDFWV1psRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnB3ZUxVMVk2T0R0UUFidGw0d1VWZlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam was very professional and friendly. The house is very old so some updates had to be made to be safe and he explained everything clear…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21acGJUTndNR1ozVnpOU016aExNMUZqZEVGeFkzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmZpbTNwMGZ3VzNSMzhLM1FjdEFxY3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam showed up to our home on time. He was pleasant and worked efficiently to finish our work. He wore covers over his work boots while he…”
- Work described as code-compliant, consistently passing town electrical inspections. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tWa1ptaEtlREZPTFdadlN6SklaVkV3WW5CSlNsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkVkZmhKeDFOLWZvSzJIZVEwYnBJSlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam gives you an estimate,  shows up on time and is pleasant to work with. When the town inspector came he told me he was impressed with …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KSlVURTRkRkZwY1doYWVIQmFhVWhvZUV4RVoyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnJJUTE4dFFpcWhaeHBaaUhoeExEZ2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam is very precise in his work. He follows code thereby bringing great comfort in knowing that the electrical work has been handled in a…”
- Performs electrical repairs, including light fixture and switch repair. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pKb2MwNTROMlkwUkRsaGIwcGZkWE42YzNKQ0xWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjJoc054N2Y0RDlhb0pfdXN6c3JCLVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We just had Sam come and fix our bathroom ceiling fan & light switch. From the initial call he was very professional, prompt, courteous a…”
- Installs lighting, including custom fixtures with dimmer switches. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pWd09FdGtkMDAzYlV4WWJISnRia280WjI5RFMxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjVwOEtkd003bUxYbHJtbko4Z29DS1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam is very capable, friendly and organized.  He did a great job installing custom lighting with its dimmer switch as well as some shop l…”
- Troubleshoots complex and intermittent electrical problems. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVWVrc3lYekY2VG5Cd09XNTZNM0JKY0MxUlNVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhUeksyXzF6TnBwOW56M3BJcC1RSUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a very complex, intermittent issue that no one else was able to figure out. My house is new construction, and when I brought it up …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2twRWMyZGZWRTluTTJKRGVUbGhRV1JuYjBwTFRtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkpEc2dfVE9nM2JDeTlhQWRnb0pLTmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Ok so first of all I don’t understand electrical stuff at all. I got Sam’s name from people in my neighborhood. Sam answered the phone im…”
- Dated Google reviews on file span under a year, from November 2025 to August 2026, so there is not yet a multi-year track record. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCRGExSjVWMWxzYTJNeVdXNW1TMWxPUlRSaFFrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlBDa1J5V1lsa2MyWW5mS1lORTRhQkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam was prompt for both appointments, professional, provided an estimate while still at my house, provided the services that I needed, cl…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT200eGFHUXpYMFk1TUd0aVkzUlFXbkl0YzNoTk1HYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm4xaGQzX0Y5MGtiY3RQWnItc3hNMGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Very knowledgeable, efficient, and helpful!  We look forward to working with Sam again.”
- Specializes in Electrical _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.samvnelectric.com) — “A Cape Cod electrician (primarily the Upper Cape) offering residential electrical installation, repair, and inspection services.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCRGExSjVWMWxzYTJNeVdXNW1TMWxPUlRSaFFrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlBDa1J5V1lsa2MyWW5mS1lORTRhQkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Sam was prompt for both appointments, professional, provided an estimate while still at my house, provided the services that I needed, cl…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVWVrc3lYekY2VG5Cd09XNTZNM0JKY0MxUlNVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhUeksyXzF6TnBwOW56M3BJcC1RSUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a very complex, intermittent issue that no one else was able to figure out. My house is new construction, and when I brought it up …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pKb2MwNTROMlkwUkRsaGIwcGZkWE42YzNKQ0xWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x579f40a9d9434af5!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjJoc054N2Y0RDlhb0pfdXN6c3JCLVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We just had Sam come and fix our bathroom ceiling fan & light switch. From the initial call he was very professional, prompt, courteous a…”
  - [State License Registry](https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home) — “MA electrician license 59631 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: SAMUEL VAN NULAND”

## License

Status: **active** (#59631, electrician) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-08-24, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Samuel%20Van%20Nuland%2C%20Electrician%20MA%20%2359631-B&query_place_id=ChIJw4NvUqwfvWUR9UpD2alAn1c): 5.0★ from 20 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Samuel%20Van%20Nuland%2C%20Electrician%20MA%20%2359631-B&query_place_id=ChIJw4NvUqwfvWUR9UpD2alAn1c): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://www.samvnelectric.com): Self-reported profile and service details

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Nancy McHugh · 2026-08-13**: Sam was prompt for both appointments, professional, provided an estimate while still at my house, provided the services that I needed, cleaned up the affected areas and called me to let me know when the job was complete. Knowing that he has experience with old houses was a factor in hiring him.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Regina Aldhurst · 2026-07-26**: Great communication skills. Polite, knowledgeable, efficient.
Will use Sam again. Happy to recommend his services.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Toni Sennott · 2026-07-22**: The fact that Sam came highly recommended was the reason I called him. He is clearly very knowledgeable, professional, and explained everything very clearly. We have already scheduled additional work and I feel very comfortable working with Sam and having him in my house.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Dana Valentini · 2026-07-07**: Sam was responsive, polite and very conscientious about his work. Would def recommend.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Chesley Haden · 2026-06-29**: Sam responded quickly to my vmail and solved my problem. He is thorough and knowledgeable and I would definitely hire him again. I really appreciate that he’s always concerned whether the problem is a safety issue or not.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Anne Morin · 2026-06-21**: Sam gives you an estimate,  shows up on time and is pleasant to work with. When the town inspector came he told me he was impressed with the work he did for us
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mona K · 2026-06-08**: I had a very complex, intermittent issue that no one else was able to figure out. My house is new construction, and when I brought it up to the builder initially, it was dismissed. Sam offered to troubleshoot it, and within 5–10 minutes, he identified the problem. He didn’t give up until he solved i…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michael Domenicucci · 2026-05-25**: Ok so first of all I don’t understand electrical stuff at all. I got Sam’s name from people in my neighborhood. Sam answered the phone immediately when I had an electrical emergency at my home. He asked several key questions and he was able to explain things clearly and quickly. He made a recommenda…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kevin Mcleod · 2026-05-21**: Sam was great. Sam responded quickly, was easy to text with and email with he was On time, did great work, he was very thorough and easy to work with. I highly recommend Sam.
I have already hired him for my next project.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Judy Fallon · 2026-05-16**: Samuel was professional and his services were outstanding and his quote was accurate for the tasks he did

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Data freshness: last scanned 2026-08-24T18:43:04.232Z.
Cite as: Samuel Van Nuland, Electrician MA #59631-B — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/samuel-van-nuland-electrician-ma-59631-b)
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