Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Electrical and Technology Partner in Cleveland
Harrington Electric Co. has been a cornerstone of Clevelands electrical and technology solutions landscape since 1907. Our century-long legacy is built on delivering innovative electrical construction, advanced technology systems, and proactive maintenance services across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors. With a design-build approach, we streamline complex projects through single-source responsibility, ensuring efficiency and accountability. Our team of seasoned professionals combines technical expertise with an unwavering commitment to safety, evidenced by our stellar safety record and A+ BBB rating.From mission-critical data centers to architectural lighting projects, we pride ourselves on tackling challenges others avoid, leveraging 116 years of experience to provide tailored solutions. Our EPM+ preventive maintenance program ensures electrical system reliability through infrared thermography and diagnostic testing, while our 24/7 service teams support national accounts in Northeast Ohio. As a Federated Electrical Contractors member, we uphold industry excellence through continuous innovation and customer-centric service.
Services
Electrical Construction
Structured Cabling
24/7 Emergency Services
Preventive Maintenance
LED Lighting Retrofit
Energy Services
Technology Solutions
Data Center Projects
Architectural Lighting
National Accounts
Details
- Year established: 1907
Highlights and features
- We offer over 116 years of electrical expertise since 1907.
- Our team maintains a stellar safety record and culture of care.
- We provide 24/7 emergency electrical service with rapid response.
- Our design-build approach ensures single-source project accountability.
- We hold advanced certifications in fire alarm systems and structured cabling.
Associations and certifications
- BBB A+
Services
Electrical Construction
Harrington Electric delivers full-scale electrical construction for commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. Our design-build expertise ensures single-source responsibility, combining engineering precision with cost-effective execution. Clients benefit from accelerated project timelines, early budget transparency, and 116 years of experience managing complex installs in sports arenas, healthcare facilities, and manufacturing plants.
Structured Cabling
Our telecommunications division engineers and installs structured cabling systems for data centers, security networks, and audio-visual infrastructure. Specializing in fiber optics, fire alarm integration, and low-voltage systems, we ensure future-ready connectivity. With RCDD-certified designers and BICSI-trained technicians, we support mission-critical environments like the Cleveland Clinic data center through scalable, code-compliant solutions.
Preventive Maintenance
EPM+ preventive maintenance services protect electrical systems through infrared thermography, insulation testing, and predictive diagnostics. Available 24/7, our program reduces failures by identifying hotspots and degradation in distribution equipment. This proactive approach extends asset lifespans while ensuring compliance with NFPA 70E safety standards across manufacturing plants, hospitals, and commercial buildings.
LED Lighting Retrofit
Our LED retrofit program slashes energy costs by 30-50% through facility audits and ROI analysis. We handle EPA-approved lamp recycling and primary-metered power conversions that reduce utility rates while maintaining reliability. Clients gain smarter illumination controls and rebates through partnerships with Ohio Energy Management, improving both sustainability and operational budgets.
24/7 Emergency Services
Critical power failures receive immediate response through our 24/7 service team across Greater Cleveland. Electricians specialize in troubleshooting, equipment restoration, and system integration for urgent needs. Whether resolving data center outages or industrial blackouts, we deploy trained technicians within hours to minimize downtime and restore safe operations with minimal disruption.
People
Thomas A. Morgan
President
Owner-President Tom Morgan has led Harrington since 1978 after joining as an apprentice. A UC-trained engineer and Ohio PE licensee, he guided the company's expansion to 3800 Perkins Avenue. Active in community boards, he champions Cleveland's development while maintaining the vision of the firm's 1907 founding.
Brian Robinette
Vice President of Service
With 30+ years in electrical systems, Brian oversees mission-critical data center projects like Cleveland Clinics infrastructure. He manages UPS, fire suppression, and BMS integration while rebuilding classic cars in his spare time. A mentor to apprentices, he prioritizes client relationships through technical excellence.
Jerry Strand
Vice President Electrical Construction
Jerry brings 30 years of construction management experience, including 12 years in USAF/DOD avionics. Now leading estimating and project teams, he ensures quality from design to delivery. An avid traveler, he previously managed electrical builds for projects like Severance Halls renovation and Browns Stadium.
Jef Marquez
Estimator/Project Manager
Jef contributes 42 years of electrical and telecom expertise, including roles at Microsoft and Google. A NICET Fire Alarm Level IV certificant, he teaches apprentices and designs systems for casinos, hotels, and ports. His global experience informs solutions that balance innovation with practical implementation requirements.
Christina Lutz
Systems Specialist
Christina transitions 17 years of physical security expertise into telecommunications project management. She coordinates with architects and engineers to optimize security systems integration. Outside work, she serves as Eagles Lodge officer while managing family life with her two daughters.
Questions
What electrical services does Harrington offer in Northeast Ohio?
We provide full electrical construction, structured cabling, 24/7 emergency repairs, preventive maintenance, LED retrofits, and technology system design-build solutions for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients.
Does Harrington handle urgent electrical failures outside business hours?
Yes, our 24/7 service teams respond immediately to power outages, equipment failures, and critical system diagnostics across Northeast Ohio with trained electricians and rapid dispatch.
How can LED lighting retrofits reduce my energy costs?
Our free facility audit identifies savings opportunities through energy-efficient LEDs and primary-metered power conversions that typically lower utility bills by 25-50% while qualifying for rebates.
Are your electrical services BBB accredited?
Harrington Electric maintains an A+ BBB rating reflecting our commitment to ethical business practices, customer satisfaction, and dispute resolution transparency since 1907.
What industries do your technology solutions support?
We specialize in healthcare (Cleveland Clinic), data centers (Level 3 Communications), education (Case Western Reserve), and hospitality projects with fiber optics, security systems, and AV infrastructure.
Can you manage long-term electrical construction projects?
Our design-build team coordinates engineering, procurement, and construction under single contracts, providing owners control over timelines, budgets, and quality through 30+ years of complex project execution.
