Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Electrical Solutions in Dayton, OH
Founded in 1983, Active Electric has established itself as a trusted provider of comprehensive electrical services across the Midwest. As a women-owned business, we combine decades of industry experience with a commitment to safety and innovation, serving commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential clients. Our team of certified professionals holds specialized expertise in areas including arc flash analysis, power distribution, and emergency systems maintenance. Recognized with multiple safety awards from organizations like Associated Builders and Contractors, we maintain memberships in the Better Business Bureau and Ohio Valley Associated Builders and Contractors to uphold our dedication to quality standards.With licenses in Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee, our service area spans the Miami Valley, Columbus, and Northern Kentucky regions. Our history of completing multi-million-dollar projects demonstrates our capability to handle complex electrical challenges while maintaining fair pricing and exceptional customer service. Through continuous employee training and adherence to the latest industry codes, we ensure reliable solutions that meet evolving client needs. Our accreditation as a Quality Contractor reflects our commitment to excellence in every project we undertake.
Services
Electrical Services
Commercial Electrical
Industrial Electrical
Residential Electrical
Emergency Electrical
Arc Flash Protection
Power Distribution
Fire Alarm Systems
Data & Communication
Design/Build
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of electrical expertise across multiple industries
- Our team provides 24/7 emergency electrical services with rapid response
- Certified professionals in arc flash analysis and high-voltage systems
- Award-winning safety program with zero lost-time accidents since 2003
- Licensed and bonded in Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee for regulatory compliance
Associations and certifications
- Accredited Quality Contractor
- STEP Gold
Services
Commercial Electrical
We provide comprehensive electrical maintenance and upgrades for commercial properties. Our services include lighting system optimization, emergency power solutions, and code compliance upgrades. With expertise in retail, office, and industrial spaces, we ensure reliable electrical systems that support business operations while maintaining safety standards through regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
Emergency Electrical
Our emergency electrical services operate 24 hours daily with rapid-response technicians. We handle urgent repairs for power outages, equipment failures, and storm damage. Using equipped service vehicles and temporary power solutions, we restore operations quickly while conducting thorough diagnostics to prevent future issues through comprehensive system assessments and permanent repairs.
Arc Flash Protection
We specialize in arc flash hazard analysis and protection system implementation. Our certified technicians perform system evaluations, insulation checks, and safety protocol development. Through proper equipment labeling, boundary establishment, and employee training programs, we help businesses comply with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards while protecting workers from electrical hazards through comprehensive risk mitigation strategies.
Power Distribution
Our power distribution services optimize electrical systems for efficiency and reliability. We conduct load calculations, ground fault studies, and voltage analyses to ensure proper system performance. Specializing in high-voltage systems and emergency generator integration, we implement solutions that maintain consistent power quality while supporting facility expansion needs through scalable infrastructure upgrades.
Residential Electrical
We offer complete residential electrical services for modern homes and historic properties. Our licensed electricians handle system inspections, circuit upgrades, and safety enhancements including GFCI installations and whole-house surge protection. With expertise in smart home integration and outdoor lighting design, we deliver customized solutions that improve functionality while ensuring code compliance through thorough documentation and permitting assistance.
People
Jenny Holp
President / CFO
Jenny Holp leads Active Electric's operations with a Master Electrical License and extensive industry experience. She holds advanced degrees in business and accounting, along with specialized training in corporate leadership and legal compliance. As a WBENC-certified women business enterprise leader, she drives company growth while maintaining community commitments.
Jason Schafer
VP / COO
Jason Schafer oversees project management and estimation with 25+ years of field experience. His hands-on approach ensures effective communication between management and field teams. With formal education from Wright State and Purdue leadership training, he successfully manages multi-million-dollar projects from planning through completion.
Questions
What electrical services do you offer for commercial businesses?
We provide comprehensive commercial electrical services including lighting upgrades, emergency power systems, code compliance solutions, and preventive maintenance for retail, office, and industrial facilities.
Are your electricians available for emergency repairs?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency service provides rapid response for power outages, equipment failures, and storm damage with fully equipped technicians and temporary power solutions.
Do you handle residential electrical projects?
We offer residential services including system inspections, circuit upgrades, GFCI installations, smart home integration, and outdoor lighting design for both modern and historic properties.
What safety certifications do you hold?
We maintain Accredited Quality Contractor status, STEP Gold certification, and have received multiple safety awards from ABC and local safety councils since 1998.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Miami Valley region, Columbus, and Northern Kentucky from our Dayton, Ohio headquarters at 1885 Southtown Blvd.
Can you help with arc flash compliance?
Our certified technicians provide complete arc flash protection services including hazard analysis, system evaluations, safety protocol development, and employee training programs to meet OSHA and NFPA 70E standards.