Design/Build Philosophy

With the most qualified and experienced engineers in the industry and the longest history with design/build construction, Trumbo Electric is the leader in design/build construction in western Virginia. We are able to provide clients with electrical systems of superior value while providing the following benefits:

	Lower costs Engineering, construction, maintenance, and energy costs that are 15-30% lower than competitive bid projects. As a contractor, we have greater knowledge of alternative methods and materials and their respective costs. Additionally, Trumbo Electric guarantees the completeness and performance of our designs – no change orders unless the owner/general contractor modifies the scope of the project. Faster Reduced design time by starting construction prior to design completion – saves financing costs and increases return on investment. Our extensive job cost database enables us to budget projects quickly and accurately during design development. Higher Quality Trumbo Electric’s materials durability testing standards are more stringent than Underwriter’s Laboratories. Trumbo Electric’s workmanship standards exceed those of NECA 1 – 2000. Sixty years of maintaining our installations have demonstrated what products and systems are serviceable and cost effective. Enhanced flexibility Trumbo’s electrical distribution systems have growth capabilities which avert major costs in the future. Better Documentation Instead of red line “as built” drawings, all drawings will be prepared on Computer-Aided Design (CAD) files and retained indefinitely. As facility changes occur, the CAD files are updated. Better Communication Trumbo Electric’s project managers serve as the single source of communication for engineering or construction issues. This enhances coordination, efficiency, and continuity of these functions and eliminates adversarial positions between engineers and project managers.