Reliable Electric - Ohio

What Reliable Electric - Ohio does

Reliable Electric is a third-generation, family-owned electrical contracting firm established in 1942 and headquartered in Centerville, Ohio, operating within the Dayton/Miami Valley region and extending service into Mason and West Chester Township. The company employs 39 people and is classified as a woman-owned and veteran-owned small business under Leslie Ryan's ownership and CEO role. Its service portfolio spans four practice areas: commercial construction, commercial service, residential service, and generator installation (carrying authorized Generac and Kohler products), with EV chargers as an additional offering. Revenue is generated through project-based contracting for commercial clients (illustrative projects include Cincinnati Rehabilitation Hospital and Arhaus), recurring residential service work, and generator/EV charger installations supported by Synchrony Financial customer financing.

The business model is a traditional regional trade contractor: revenue comes from labor-billed install and service projects, material pass-through on equipment such as generators, and recurring service relationships. Distribution is direct, with the company serving a mix of homeowners, commercial property owners, healthcare, retail, industrial, and institutional customers across multiple Ohio submarkets. Industry affiliations include IEC Cincy, IEC Dayton, and ABC, which support apprenticeship pipelines and credentialing. The firm has been recognized regionally with Best Place to Work awards (2021, 2025), Fifty Fastest-Growing Companies (2021), and Business of the Year – Family-Owned (2021), and is ranked #1 residential electrical contractor in Ohio based on Google reviews.

There is no proprietary technology platform, no AI/ML capability, and no disclosed data flywheel; differentiation rests on brand longevity, multi-generational trade expertise, multi-vertical commercial capability, and set-aside certification status. The post-2025 leadership transition following Joe Ryan's death has left Leslie Ryan continuing as Owner & CEO, preserving family ownership continuity.

Name

Reliable Electric - Ohio

Legal name

Reliable Contractors

Website

https://reliableec.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1942

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Reliable Electric is a third-generation, family-owned electrical contractor in Centerville, Ohio, employing 39 people to deliver commercial construction, commercial and residential service, and generator and EV charger installation across the Dayton/Miami Valley region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Contracting Services

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (23821)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Electrical Contracting & Wiring (IMAFALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Generator Installation & Transfer Switches (Standby/Portable Interlock) (HSAOADAF), Residential Electrical Installation & New Construction Wiring (HSAOADAA), Electrical Systems Maintenance (LV/MV, Switchgear, UPS) (BPABACAC), Outlet, Switch & GFCI/AFCI Troubleshooting & Repair (HSAOAEAE), Circuit Breaker, Fuse & Tripped Breaker Repair (HSAOAEAB)

Keywords

• Commercial electrical contracting
• Electrical construction services
• Residential electrical services
• Generator installation
• Electrical service maintenance

Headquarters

HQ city

Dayton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Electrical Contracting Services: Revenue is generated through project-based electrical work for both commercial and residential customers. Services include commercial construction (new builds and remodels), commercial service (lighting, underground work, upgrades), residential service/remodeling, specialty installations, and generator installation. The company also offers financing options through Synchrony for generator purchases, enabling higher-value transactions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Reliable Electric - Ohio is a third-generation, family-owned electrical contracting firm providing commercial construction electrical work, commercial electrical service and maintenance, residential electrical services, and generator sales, installation, and service across the Dayton/Miami Valley region, Mason, and West Chester Township, Ohio. The company operates a 24-hour service department and handles projects from new-build wiring to ongoing facility maintenance and backup generator solutions.

Product overview

Reliable Electric is a third-generation, family-owned electrical contracting business offering a unified portfolio of electrical services. The company operates across four core service lines: Commercial Construction (new construction and remodeling for various industries), Commercial Service (ongoing maintenance, lighting, underground work, and specialty services), Residential Services (service calls, remodeling, repairs, and specialty installations), and Generator Solutions (home and commercial generator installation and service from Generac and Kohler). The company has been in operation since 1942 and serves the Dayton and Miami Valley area in Ohio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Construction End-to-end commercial electrical contracting for new-construction projects in the Dayton/Miami Valley, Mason, and West Chester Township markets; targets general contractors, developers, and commercial property owners building new facilities requiring code-compliant electrical systems.
• Commercial Service Commercial electrical service, repair, preventive maintenance, and 24/7 emergency response for facility owners, property managers, and building operators across the Dayton/Miami Valley region.
• Residential Residential electrical contracting services for homeowners in the Dayton/Miami Valley region, including home electrical repairs, installations, and service work delivered by a licensed, long-established local electrical contractor.
• Generators Standby and backup generator sales, installation, and service for commercial facility, residential, and standby-power customers seeking outage resilience and backup-power solutions.

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and minor.

• GeneraccoreTechnology or IntegrationReliable Electric partners with Generac to provide home standby generators and commercial generator systems, including professional installation and dependable service. Generac is a leading manufacturer of backup power generation equipment.
• KohlercoreTechnology or IntegrationReliable Electric partners with Kohler to offer generator solutions including home standby generators and commercial generator systems, providing customers with trusted equipment options alongside professional installation and service.
• IEC Cincy (Independent Electrical Contractors Cincinnati)supportingOthersIEC Cincy is one of Reliable Electric's educational partners for continuing education and professional development. The company encourages employees dedicated to continuous improvement to further their education through this partner.
• IEC Dayton (Independent Electrical Contractors Dayton)supportingOthersIEC Dayton is one of Reliable Electric's educational partners for continuing education and professional development. The company supports employee education through this partner and helps cover a portion of tuition costs.
• ABC (Associated Builders and Contractors)supportingOthersABC is one of Reliable Electric's educational partners for continuing education and professional development for employees dedicated to continuous improvement.
• Habitat for HumanityminorOthersReliable Electric supports Habitat for Humanity's mission to build homes and community in the Dayton area. This is part of the company's community outreach and charitable giving program.
• Dayton Food BankminorOthersReliable Electric supports the Dayton Food Bank through volunteer efforts and charitable contributions as part of its community outreach program serving the Dayton, OH area.
• Wounded Warrior ProjectminorOthersReliable Electric supports Wounded Warrior Project, which serves veterans and service members. This partnership is part of the company's veteran-owned business identity and community service.
• Shoes 4 The ShoelessminorOthersReliable Electric has partnered with Shoes 4 The Shoeless, an organization providing shoes to children in need. The company has participated in service events supporting this organization.
• Synchrony FinancialcoreOthersReliable Electric offers financing options through Synchrony to help customers manage the cost of generator investments. The company refers customers to Synchrony's financing portal for budget-friendly payment options.
• Agape for YouthminorOthersReliable Electric supports Agape for Youth, an organization serving youth and families. Part of the company's community outreach charitable partnerships.
• Victory ProjectminorOthersReliable Electric supports the Victory Project, which serves children and families. The company has participated in Servant Leadership Team service events with this organization.
• Warrior Weekend to RememberminorOthersReliable Electric supports Warrior Weekend to Remember, an organization serving military veterans and families. Part of the company's community outreach efforts.
• Good Shepherd MinistriesminorOthersReliable Electric supports Good Shepherd Ministries through its community outreach program. The company serves the Dayton community through this charitable partnership.
• Isaiah HouseminorOthersReliable Electric supports Isaiah House, which serves mothers and infants in need. Part of the company's charitable outreach in the Dayton, Ohio community.
• ALS United OhiominorOthersReliable Electric supports ALS United Ohio, connected to the company's legacy of leadership and the personal connection to ALS through former CEO Joe Ryan's diagnosis.
• FLOC (For Love of Children)minorOthersReliable Electric supports FLOC (For Love of Children), an educational nonprofit serving students in the Dayton area. Part of the company's community outreach program.
• March of DimesminorOthersReliable Electric supports March of Dimes, an organization dedicated to maternal and infant health. Part of the company's charitable community partnerships.
• Brigid's PathminorOthersReliable Electric supports Brigid's Path, which serves infants born exposed to substances. Part of the company's community service and charitable giving program.
• Love One InternationalminorOthersReliable Electric supports Love One International, an international charitable organization. Part of the company's broader community outreach and giving-back initiatives.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights12 records

Direct peers

• Cochran Electric: Ohio-based electrical contractor serving commercial, industrial, and residential customers across the Dayton and greater Ohio region. Closest direct competitor given overlapping Dayton-area service territory and similar commercial/residential mix.

Broad incumbents

• Power Design: Large national electrical contractor focused on multi-family, commercial, and specialty construction projects. Directly comparable to Reliable Electric's multi-family and commercial construction work at much larger scale.
• Helix Electric: National electrical contractor specializing in commercial, industrial, and renewable/energy projects. Comparable electrical construction scope with deeper resources for large-scale commercial projects.
• EMCOR Group: Publicly traded provider of electrical, mechanical, and building services for commercial, industrial, and utility customers. Overlaps with Reliable Electric's commercial service and electrical contracting offerings at a much broader portfolio level.
• MMR Group: Large national electrical and instrumentation contractor serving commercial, industrial, and manufacturing markets. Overlapping commercial construction capabilities with much broader geographic and end-market reach.
• MYR Group: Publicly traded electrical construction services provider focused on commercial, industrial, and utility-scale projects. Comparable electrical contracting capabilities but at significantly larger scale and broader market footprint.
• Comfort Systems USA: Publicly traded provider of mechanical and electrical services for commercial and industrial customers. Adjacent competitor for commercial MEP/electrical service contracts with broader geographic and service-line scale.
• Faith Technologies: Large national electrical and specialty systems contractor serving commercial, industrial, and mission-critical customers. Comparable scope of commercial construction and service work, but at national scale and broader end-market exposure.
• IES Holdings: Publicly traded electrical contractor offering commercial, industrial, and residential electrical services nationwide. Directly comparable business model with much larger scale, geographic diversification, and a broad project portfolio.

Regional players

• Romanoff Electric: Midwest regional electrical contractor serving commercial, industrial, and residential customers. Comparable service-line mix to Reliable Electric, with geographic overlap in Ohio/Midwest commercial construction markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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