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Electricity & Lighting Inc. originated in September 1992 as a modest two-man electrical contracting venture established by Phillip Mash Jr. Over three decades of steady growth in Jefferson and Shelby counties, the company expanded into an enterprise fielding more than forty electricians throughout Birmingham and the Over-the-Mountain communities. Guided jointly by Mash Jr., his son Phillip III, and son-in-law Khristian McAlister, the family-run enterprise established its dedicated residential service arm, ELI Services, in 2018. This division concentrates specifically on residential living spaces, deploying fully stocked service vans equipped to handle technical scopes ranging from multi-million-dollar custom estate wiring to straightforward fixture installations.

The operational breadth of the service division centers on complex household distribution safety and infrastructure modernizations. Core assignments frequently involve converting outdated fuse boxes to modern breaker panels, expanding incoming electrical service capacity, and coordinating direct underground Alabama Power utility connections to eliminate overhead line clutter. In addition to primary distribution upgrades, technicians manage turnkey standby generator installations, structured whole-house surge suppression systems, and comprehensive home rewiring for older residences. Living space improvements run concurrently, including recessed LED illumination layouts, architectural under-cabinet fixtures, bath exhaust systems, attic ventilation fans, and dedicated appliance circuits.

Methodical diagnostics govern each residential visit to ensure ongoing safety across every branch circuit. Technicians perform load assessments to prevent phase imbalances, evaluate grounding systems against modern safety standards, and inspect terminal connections for resistance or heat buildup prior to installing new equipment. By maintaining an extensive rolling inventory of code-compliant components, breakers, and safety devices on each truck, the team resolves most household electrical faults in a single visit without requiring repeat appointments for basic replacement parts.

Pricing operates under a flat-rate model presented in writing prior to commencing work, ensuring homeowners approve clear costs without encountering fluctuating hourly rates or unvetted line items. All completed projects are supported by written satisfaction commitments covering equipment, parts, and craftsmanship. To streamline the initial evaluation, clients should ensure unobstructed pathways around breaker panels, exterior utility meters, and attic access hatches, while compiling a short list of any intermittent breaker trips or flickering circuits. Standard service calls generally schedule within several business days, whereas complex generator installations or full service drop conversions require up to two weeks of advance coordination to align with municipal permitting and utility requirements.