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COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH
Bodine Electric is a multi-faceted electrical services provider that works throughout Central Illinois and neighboring states. Based in Decatur, Illinois, Bodine employs about 400 people and is one of the largest downstate electrical contractors. We also have a century-long history of providing electro-mechanical repair services and distributing quality products from leading manufacturers.
SERVICE MAKES THE DIFFERENCE
Founded in 1922, Bodine has earned a reputation for delivering quality projects and professional service. We take a customer-focused approach to all our work, including 24-hour emergency service throughout the company. Whether we’re working as a project manager, providing electrical maintenance or repairing industrial equipment, Bodine is always responsive to customer needs.
EXTENSIVE EXPERTISE
Our employees — from estimators and project managers to electricians and repair technicians — bring years of experience and industry knowledge to ensure projects run smoothly and on time. More than a third of Bodine’s employees have more than a decade with the company. We maintain extensive knowledge of our customers’ operations and facilities, with many of our electricians working in one place for years.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Bodine is a local, privately owned company that’s been active in the Decatur community for decades. We’ve worked with some of the region’s most well-known businesses and organizations for years, cultivating long-lasting partnerships that allow us to provide electrical service best-suited to each of our customers’ needs.
Terry Bodine leaves Mid-West Electric Co., and begins operating under the Bodine name at 2233 E. William St. in Decatur.
Following Terry Bodine's death, the company is sold to two of its employees, William Rathje and George Cast.
William Rathje sells his stake in the company to George Cast.
David J. Rathje, registered as a professional engineer following his graduation from the University of Illinois, purchases the company from George Cast. At the time of purchase, Bodine had one employee — the motor repair technician — in its 1136 E. Wood St. location. The company expands and additionally begins bidding electrical construction and design work.
Company moves to 1454 E. Eldorado St. (below top).
Company moves to its current home at 1845 N. 22nd St. (above bottom).
David W. Rathje succeeds his father as the president of Bodine Electric of Decatur.
Bodine celebrates its centennial anniversary after 100 years in business.
