Hayes Electric was recommended to us by a family member. Since we were moving from out of state, we needed a level 2 charger installed at our new home. I first spoke with Juliet, who scheduled an appointment for an estimate. A few days later, Chris came out, assessed the project, and provided a clear estimate. We decided to hire Hayes Electric to direct wire our charger to the electrical panel. On installation day, McKenzie and Bailey called ahead to let me know when they would arrive, which I really appreciated. They were both very professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all my questions before getting started. The installation went smoothly, and we're very happy with the quality of their work. The pricing was upfront, fair, and within our budget. We will definitely use Hayes Electric again in the future and highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and trustworthy electricians.
LAKE ARTHUR
Ground Wire Installation in Lake Arthur
Lake Arthur service from Hayes Electrical. Call (337) 570-2327.
Hayes Electrical handles ground wire installation for homes and businesses in Lake Arthur and the surrounding Southwest Louisiana area. Licensed, bonded, and backed by our Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee.
Lake Arthur service area.
From our Lake Charles shop.
Trucks dispatch out of 803 W Bayou Pines Dr, Ste D, Lake Charles, LA 70601. Most days a crew is already inside Calcasieu Parish on another job, so the drive is short. For after-hours calls we roll one out from the shop.
Ground wire installation in Lake Arthur covers two scenarios common in rural homes: bringing an older two-wire ungrounded circuit up to a modern grounded standard, and replacing or supplementing the grounding electrode system at the service or outbuildings. Both are routine in older farmhouses through the parish.
For ungrounded branch circuits, NEC 250.130(C) allows a separate equipment grounding conductor (typically #12 or #10 bare copper) run from the device back to the grounding electrode system, the panel grounding bus, or any accessible point on the equipment grounding conductor of the same circuit. Where running a new ground is not practical, NEC 406.4(D)(2) allows a GFCI as a substitute, with proper labeling.
For the service grounding electrode, NEC 250.53 requires two ground rods six feet apart unless a single rod tests under 25 ohms. Rural soils in the parish (often clay-heavy near the rice fields) rarely meet 25 ohms on a single rod, so two is the practical answer. Detached buildings need their own NEC 250.32 grounding electrode system at the structure. Parish AHJ inspection is required when the grounding electrode system is modified on a permitted scope.
What we look at for this job
Permits and inspections
Lake Arthur is in southern Jefferson Davis Parish on the Mermentau River. Electrical permits are issued by Jefferson Davis Parish Building and Inspection. We confirm jurisdiction, pull the permit, and meet the inspector. Permit work runs under LA Lic #73821. You do not touch the paperwork.
What's covered
Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee on every install. If our work fails because of how we put it in, we come back and fix it at no charge. Documented in writing at handoff and stays with the home.
Why hiring a licensed electrician matters.
Here is the no-spin cut on ground wire installation. Same answer we would give a friend in Westlake or Carlyss, whether or not we end up winning the job.
A licensed electrician
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Dorian Hayes
Dorian Hayes started Hayes Electrical because he believed homeowners deserved better than what most contractors give them. A licensed master electrician with seven years of experience, he and his wife Juliet built the ...
What Southwest Louisiana says about our work
Real reviews from real customers across Lake Charles, Sulphur, Moss Bluff, and the surrounding parishes.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Had Hayes Electric install an EV wall charger for my new electric vehicle and couldn't be happier. The whole process was clean, fast, and professional. Communication was excellent every step of the way, which really gave me peace of mind. Special thanks to Mackenzie McGuane for the outstanding work - everything was done right the first time and looks great. Highly recommend Hayes Electric if you're looking for quality and reliability!
A group of men and woman that are talented and focused. All licensed. Their customer service is excellent. They were able to upgrade my electrical system for a house built in the 1970s. We removed outdated fluorescent lighting, and these were replaced with current LED canned lighting, expanded the circuit board and repaired the drywall hole that the old fluorescence left in the ceiling. When we asked for options, they gave us multiple options from which we discussed pros and cons of each. Lastly, they are honest, trustworthy, and reliable.
Great price Brent was very helpful and professional and was able to provide a variety of repair options to choose from. Bailey and Mackenzie were able to complete the repairs promptly and efficiently. Overall, we are very satisfied with the services provided!
Common questions for Ground Wire Installation in Lake Arthur
Can you add ground wires to my older Lake Arthur farmhouse without rewiring it?
In many cases yes. NEC 250.130(C) allows a separate equipment grounding conductor that does not require pulling the original wire. We will tell you on site whether the routing is practical for your specific home.
Why does my Lake Arthur home need two ground rods?
NEC 250.53(A)(2) requires two rods six feet apart unless a single rod tests at 25 ohms or less to earth. Rural soils in the parish rarely meet that on a single rod, so two is the practical answer.
Does my Lake Arthur shop building need its own ground rod?
Yes, per NEC 250.32. Any detached structure fed by a feeder needs its own grounding electrode system at the building, not just the one at the main house service.
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