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Your Trusted Partner for Electrical Solutions
Founded in 1902, Guarantee Electrical has built a legacy of excellence in electrical construction and contracting. As a 100% employee-owned company, we combine over 120 years of industry expertise with a commitment to innovation, safety, and client satisfaction. Our comprehensive services span electrical construction, design-build solutions, energy efficiency programs, and advanced system technologies. With six regional offices and a nationwide network through the Federated Electrical Contractors (FEC), we deliver tailored solutions for commercial, industrial, healthcare, and government projects.Our culture of ownership drives accountability, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of quality and reliability. Recognized for pioneering safety practices, including OSHA VPP STAR status, we prioritize workforce and client well-being. From the 1904 World's Fair to modern infrastructure, our history of groundbreaking achievements underscores our promise to deliver guaranteed results.
Services
Electrical Construction
Energy Solutions
System Technologies
Design-Build Services
Preventative Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1902
Highlights and features
- We offer 120+ years of expertise in electrical contracting and engineering.
- Our employee-owned structure ensures accountability and long-term client partnerships.
- We hold OSHA VPP STAR certification for industry-leading safety practices.
- Nationwide service through our FEC network and six regional offices.
- We pioneered the first electrical guarantee in history at the 1904 World's Fair.
Associations and certifications
- Federated Electrical Contractors (FEC)
- OSHA VPP STAR
What people say
Top-tier electrical work
Unwavering focus on safety
Proactive issue resolution
Industry-leading expertise
Reliable partner
Services
Electrical Construction
Guarantee Electrical delivers full-cycle electrical construction services, from preconstruction planning to post-construction maintenance. Our team specializes in new builds, tenant improvements, and industrial projects, ensuring code compliance and operational efficiency. With 120+ years of experience, we combine union craftsmanship with advanced prefabrication techniques to reduce costs and accelerate timelines while maintaining the highest safety standards.
Design-Build Services
Our Design-Build approach unifies design and construction under one contract, streamlining project delivery. By engaging early in the design phase, we optimize costs, enhance constructability, and eliminate redesign cycles. This method provides clients with fixed pricing, accelerated schedules, and single-point accountability, ensuring projects meet budget and timeline goals while maintaining technical excellence and long-term functionality.
Preventative Maintenance
Guarantee Electrical's Preventative Maintenance program, powered by TEGG, prevents costly electrical failures through infrared diagnostics, energy audits, and compliance training. Our proactive strategies reduce downtime by 66%, improve safety compliance, and extend equipment lifespan. Certified technicians provide 24/7 emergency response with 15-minute dispatch and two-hour on-site arrival to minimize operational disruptions.
Energy Solutions
We implement energy-efficient upgrades including LED lighting, solar installations, and EV charging infrastructure. Our LEED-accredited team designs zero-net energy solutions that cut operational costs by up to 40%. By combining advanced controls with utility partnership programs, we deliver measurable ROI while reducing environmental impact and enhancing facility value through optimized power management systems.
System Technologies
Our intelligent building systems integrate structured cabling, security, and automation solutions for modern facilities. From healthcare RTLS to industrial control systems, we deploy scalable, future-ready infrastructure. Certified technicians ensure seamless deployment of life safety systems, network infrastructure, and building automation platforms, enhancing operational efficiency while maintaining strict compliance with industry-specific regulations and performance standards.
People
Rich Ledbetter
Chief Executive Officer
With over 20 years in electrical contracting, Rich Ledbetter leads Guarantee Electrical's strategic vision. A former Vice President of Business Development and founder of Castle Contracting, he champions employee ownership and philanthropy, having raised $3M for St. Louis Children's Hospital through KIDstruction initiatives.
David Gralike
President
David Gralike brings 25+ years of hands-on experience, rising from apprentice to executive leadership. He developed Guarantee's Project Life Cycle system and prefabrication innovations, transforming operational efficiency while maintaining field expertise in complex electrical construction projects across diverse industries.
Emily Martin
Chief Operating Officer
Emily Martin oversees Guarantee's operational strategy, leveraging her extensive background in financial leadership and employee ownership transition. With 26 years of construction finance expertise, she ensures fiscal discipline while driving the company's growth as a 100% employee-owned enterprise.
Jeremy Wilson
Executive Vice President - Western Region
Jeremy Wilson directs Guarantee's Western Division operations with 30+ years of electrical contracting experience. A former apprentice, he focuses on safety innovation, achieving OSHA VPP Star status, and expanding prefabrication capabilities while leading industry apprenticeship programs to develop future electricians.
Jason Wiegand
Executive Vice President - Central Region
Jason Wiegand specializes in healthcare and industrial design-build projects, overseeing preconstruction and engineering operations. He ensures seamless project execution through integrated departmental coordination, applying his expertise in complex facility systems to deliver safe, code-compliant electrical solutions.
Questions
What services does Guarantee Electrical offer?
We provide electrical construction, design-build solutions, energy efficiency programs, intelligent building systems, and 24/7 emergency services for commercial, industrial, and healthcare clients nationwide.
How long has Guarantee Electrical been in business?
Founded in 1902, we have over 120 years of experience delivering electrical contracting services, making us one of the oldest and most trusted firms in the industry.
Are your electricians certified and insured?
Yes, our team includes certified professionals with OSHA VPP STAR safety certification. We maintain full insurance coverage and comply with all industry standards for electrical work.
Do you offer nationwide service?
Through our six regional offices and Federated Electrical Contractors (FEC) network, we provide nationwide electrical contracting services while maintaining local expertise in key markets.
What safety certifications do you hold?
We maintain OSHA VPP STAR certification, TEGG contractor status, and comprehensive safety programs exceeding industry standards, including regular workforce training and risk management protocols.
How can I apply for a job at Guarantee Electrical?
Visit our Careers page to explore open positions. As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and ownership stakes to qualified candidates.
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