Based in Dayton, Bonham Electric, Inc. is an electrical contractor that works in residential, commercial and new construction settings. Founded by brothers Bob and Chuck Bonham in 1959, the company is a trusted name in electrical services in the Miami Valley. Sixty years later, Bonham Electric, Inc. is still a family-owned and operated business.
Estimator and Electrical Engineer Alex Farlow shares, “The company was passed on to Jeff Bonham who is the name everyone thinks of when they see the lightbulb on the side of our trucks.”
Although the company has expanded from their humble beginnings, they maintain pride in their skill and professionalism. Bonham Electric, Inc. provides free estimates and is available 24/7 to address emergencies.
Bonham’s experts can tackle a wide variety of home projects large and small. They can perform a complete rewiring, outdoor lighting and standby generator installation just to name a few. They can also check that smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are correctly installed and in working order. Rest assured, your family’s safety is always top of mind for their electricians.
The company also has options for energy-efficient systems, as a DP&L Channel partner specializing in lighting conversions and installation. These home updates could be retrofits, solar panel installation or LED systems.
Alex offers these helpful tips for homeowners planning home improvement projects:
Add More Outlets
When considering new construction or putting an addition on your home, add more outlets than you think you need. Adding these in the original construction prevents having to use extension cords or opening up the wall later on. “It pays off to think about what small thing could make your life much easier,” advises Alex.
Consult Before Install
Homeowners remodeling a kitchen or bathroom may consider talking with an electrician before installing cabinets. Installing the lighting in conjunction with cabinet installation could be helpful. “Under cabinet lighting is something that could be done much cheaper from the beginning and not require the destruction of cabinets down the road,” says Alex.
Bundle Your Upgrades
Alex shares, “If you are considering working on one project, think about other electrical needs that could be done at the same time.” Whether it’s time to upgrade to USB outlets or change out a light fixture, hiring electricians once for multiple projects is more cost effective than having them come out for multiple service trips.
Safety First
Know your limits! While it can be tempting to fix things around the house yourself to save money, working with live electricity is dangerous. Hiring a professional ensures the safety of yourself, your family and your property. Even projects that appear to be in proper working order can short out, causing fires.
For more information or to schedule an estimate, visit JeffBonhamElectric.com.