Our Story
In 1989, after graduating from the 4-year apprentice program at the International Electrical Contractors Association of America, and 8 years of working in the field, Jeff Unger Sr. launched Unger Electric. Working out of his truck with no employees, Unger Sr. slowly took on small commercial projects and built a steady client base that trusted his dependable work.
As the business grew, Unger Sr. added employees to handle the increased demand. The company also added licenses in 6 states, began working on projects across the entire southeast U.S., and offered a helping hand in both New Orleans and Haiti when disaster struck.
The 1990s provided significant growth opportunities, and the business grew to over 35 employees in the field.
By staying lean in the office, Unger Electric survived the market’s downturn in 2008, and quickly rebounded. Unger Sr. then brought on his two sons – Jeff Unger Jr., and Justin Unger. The sons’ current management of the financial, administrative, and estimating functions has allowed Unger Sr. to continue to develop and grow the business.
Hiring of an experienced management team has enabled Unger Electric to now handle commercial electrical projects up to $1 million as well as the related servicing of such accounts – assisted living facilities and large property management accounts included.
Jeff Unger Sr and his sons have always been, and always will be, family-oriented people. It is that same family-oriented trait that drives the company’s closely-knit team – a team where employees push each other, yet have each other’s back.
Unger Electric LLC has developed into a first-class operation, and looks forward to serving the commercial electrical industry for many years and generations to come. Unger-Water Power Solutions LLC was formed to target the unique challenges inherit with temporary electrical power for marinas, disaster recovery, festivals and other outdoor events.
Meet Our Team
Jeff Sr. is committed to supplying his clients with the best customer service, craftsmanship, safety and reliability on expects in today’s fast paced need it done yesterday environment. Being surrounded by his family whose goal is also a commitment to excellence has become a way of not only providing top quality electrical designs and installations but instilling trusting team oriented family goals and morals to the next generation of Unger Electric.
Jeff enjoys his family and all the happiness they bring to his life. His getaways are hunting, fishing and the great outdoors.
After working as an electrician’s apprentice in the field for several years, he decided he wanted to learn how the projects he was installing were estimated. He began working at Unger Electric and within a few short years he was promoted to Chief Estimator and then eventually to Project Manager at the 25-year family owned and operated business.
As the company changed and grew into a more forward thinking business model, there was a need for someone to implement fair company policies and procedures as well as handle their growing financial management needs. With mentoring from an outsourced business development team while studying business management and accounting; Jeff Jr. now plays a key role in helping Unger Electric continue its success story.
Jeff lives at home in Tucker, GA with his wife Kelsey and his dog Daisy. He enjoys outdoor recreation, hunting, fishing, music, traveling and cooking. Jeff also enjoys training for the annual Peachtree Road Race.
Justin takes a personal interest in each job he estimates and project manages, seeing to it that projects are run efficiently, punctually, and to the best quality possible. He is devoted to the fact that customer satisfaction is priority.
Justin also enjoys collecting firearms, outdoor grilling, and designing logos with his son, and spending time with his family.