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LA LIC #73821 · LAKE CHARLES SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

LAKE CHARLES

Outlets, Switches, and Fixtures in Lake Charles

Lake Charles service from Hayes Electrical. Same-day response on most calls. Call (337) 570-2327.

JOB · LOCAL TEAM
Lake Charles
(337) 570-2327
LA License 73821
★★★★★ from 224 Google reviews
LA-licensed master electrician leading every job. Family-owned, owner-led out of Lake Charles.
Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee on every install. If our work fails because of how we put it in, we come back and fix it.
After-hours dispatch line answered by a person in Calcasieu Parish, not a phone tree. Hurricane season we run extended hours.
Straight answer

Hayes Electrical handles outlets, switches, and fixtures for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding Southwest Louisiana area. Licensed, bonded, insured, with our Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee on every job.

01 / COST & TIMELINE

What this work usually runs.

Typical cost $125-$950 Most jobs fall in this range. Written quote before we start.
Warranty Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee on the install. If our work fails because of how we put it in, we come back and fix it. Stays with the home.
WANT A REAL NUMBER ON YOUR JOB?
Most outlets, switches, and fixtures jobs in Lake Charles fall in this range. Call for the actual number on your situation.
02 / SERVICE AREA

Lake Charles 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.

Outlet, switch, and fixture work is a steady-state in older Lake Charles homes. Devices wear out, two-prong receptacles need to become grounded three-prong, GFCI protection has to be added in kitchens and baths, dimmers need to be matched to LED loads, and ceiling fan boxes need to be upgraded to support the weight and motion of a fan rather than a static light.

We replace devices in the same workflow each time: kill the circuit, verify dead with a meter, inspect the box for splice condition, replace the device with one rated for the application (tamper-resistant per NEC 406.4 where required, weather-resistant for exterior), and torque the terminals to spec rather than back-stabbing. Ungrounded two-prong receptacles get either a GFCI replacement with a “no equipment ground” label per NEC 406.4(D)(2) or, where we are running new home runs, a proper grounded receptacle. Fan boxes get verified against NEC 314 for support and weight.

For Lake Charles addresses we batch device work efficiently. A whole-home device refresh (every outlet and switch in a 1500 to 2500 square foot home) is typically a one or two day job. Single-device replacements get folded into other service calls when scheduling works out.

03 / WHAT WE LOOK AT

What we look at for this job

01
Whole-home device refresh
Every outlet and switch in the home replaced and verified.
02
Two-prong to grounded conversions
GFCI with "no equipment ground" labeling per NEC 406.4(D)(2) or new home runs.
03
GFCI and AFCI device installation
Per NEC 210.8 and 210.12 on circuits the current code requires.
04
Ceiling fan box upgrades
NEC 314 listed fan-rated boxes with proper support.
05
Dimmer compatibility
LED-rated dimmers matched to driver type to eliminate flicker and hum.
04 / REAL WORK IN LAKE CHARLES

What we have actually done in Lake Charles.

Specific evidence from outlets, switches, and fixtures jobs we have run in Lake Charles. Not stock copy.

Hayes Electrical expertly installs a new weather-resistant GFCI receptacle, providing safe and reliable outdoor power for your home.
Hayes Electrical expertly installs a new weather-resistant GFCI receptacle, providing safe and reliable outdoor power for your home.
  Permits

Permits and inspections

Electrical permits inside the Lake Charles city limits are issued by the City of Lake Charles Building and Permit Division on Lakeshore Drive. We pull the permit, schedule the rough and final inspections, and stay on site for the inspector when the job needs it. Permit work runs under LA Lic #73821. You do not touch the paperwork.

  Warranty

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.

05 / WHO TO HIRE

Why hiring a licensed electrician matters.

Here is the no-spin cut on outlets, switches, and fixtures. Same answer we would give a friend in Westlake or Carlyss, whether or not we end up winning the job.

Hayes Electrical

A licensed electrician

LA-licensed master electrician walks every call. Family-owned, owner-led, based in Lake Charles.
Permits pulled under LA Lic #73821 and inspections coordinated with the Calcasieu, Jeff Davis, Allen, or Cameron Parish AHJ when the work calls for it.
Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee in writing. If our work fails, we come back and fix it. Stays with the home.
Insured and carrying workers' comp on every truck that rolls.
Quote on paper before we cut the first wire. The signed number is the number you pay.
A handyman

Unlicensed for electrical

No LA state electrical license. Can swap a fixture, cannot legally touch a panel, a service entrance, or a rewire.
No permits. When the parish or city audits the work later, it does not pass.
No real warranty. "Call me if it breaks" falls apart the day you actually need it.
If unlicensed work starts a fire, your homeowner policy can flat-out deny the claim.
Cash discount sometimes shows up on the invoice. So does the next problem.
DIY

Doing it yourself

Cheap right up until something goes sideways. Most jobs need a load calc, NEC compliance, and a permit.
A failed inspection sends you back to redo it. Selling the house later, the buyer's inspector flags it the same way.
No warranty. The replacement is on you.
Hot wiring is no joke. Most fatal home electrical accidents in this country are DIY.
If you genuinely know what you are doing, fine. If you do not, call us first.
PICK THE LICENSED PATH
Drop the outlets, switches, and fixtures job on us. We will walk it, scope it, and put the price on paper.
06 / GETTING TO YOU
15 to 25 minutes
Typical drive from our Lake Charles shop to Lake Charles
Same-day on most calls
Standard response window
24/7
Emergency phone coverage (burning smell, dead breaker, sparks, hot panel)

Times are typical, not guaranteed. Traffic, weather, and parts on hand can shift them. We will tell you a real window when you call.

08 / RECENT WORK

Hayes work across Southwest Louisiana.

Real jobs, real crew, real Lake Charles installs. Pulled from across our service area.

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09 / THE OWNER
Dorian Hayes, founder and master electrician of Hayes Electrical
Founder · Master Electrician · LA Contractor Lic #73821

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 ...

10 / GOOGLE REVIEWS
★★★★★ from 224 Google reviews

What Southwest Louisiana says about our work

Real reviews from real customers across Lake Charles, Sulphur, Moss Bluff, and the surrounding parishes.

★★★★★

Great service! Brent was able to diagnose the problem and complete the repair quickly and efficiently! He was able to solve a problem that my contractor's electricians were unable to solve! He was very courteous and professional. Highly recommend Hayes Electrical!! Great experience from first call to the end!

DAVID HAMILTON Edited 10 months ago
★★★★★ Electrical panel replacement or upgrading, Service not listed

Great price | $1 - 200 Mr. Dorian Hayes is extremely professional and very accommodating. Hayes Electrical takes care of the maintenance on my 22kW Guardian Generac generator often times I am unable to be present at the appointment and he would be communicate very clearly about arrival work done and departure. All around lovely company that does excellent work!

Zach Parker 9 months ago
★★★★★ Electrical wiring installation

Mackenzie and Hayden completed my job effectively and efficiently. They are very professional, polite and well mannered. Both were able to check on making sure the job was done correctly, while also making sure other things were working properly as well. I highly recommend this company and workers. Thanks Darius Clayton for your recommendation.

Leisa Delafoisse a month ago
★★★★★

I've had the privilege of getting to know Juliet and Dorian, and what stands out most is how much they care about people. They are genuine, kind, and passionate about doing things the right way qualities that shine through in the way they serve their customers and lead their company. In an industry where trust matters, Juliet and Dorian embody integrity, authenticity, and heart. I'd recommend them to anyone looking for electricians who treat their customers like family.

Nathan Miles 8 months ago

Common questions for Outlets, Switches, and Fixtures in Lake Charles

I have two-prong outlets in my Lake Charles home - how do I get grounded outlets?

Two options. NEC 406.4(D)(2) allows GFCI replacement with a "no equipment ground" label, which gives shock protection without a true ground. The better option is to re-pull the home run with a grounding conductor so the receptacles are properly grounded.

Why does my new LED dimmer flicker?

Almost always a mismatch between the dimmer and the LED driver. LEDs need a dimmer rated for low-wattage LED loads, and the lamp brand matters. We match the dimmer to the load and verify it across the dimming range.

Is the old fixture box strong enough for a ceiling fan?

Usually no. Standard 1/2 inch deep fixture boxes are not rated for the dynamic load of a ceiling fan. NEC 314 requires a fan-listed box. We replace the box during fan installation when the existing one is not rated.

11 / OTHER SERVICES IN LAKE CHARLES

Other services we run in Lake Charles.

Same Hayes Electrical Lake Charles crew on every visit, same Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee in writing. Pick whichever job you need next.

Lake Charles AFCI breaker installation
Hayes Electrical handles afci breaker installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Run ceiling fan installation in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles ceiling fan installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Circuit Breaker Repair in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles circuit breaker repair for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Circuit Breaker Replacement in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles circuit breaker replacement for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Run commercial electrician services in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles commercial electrician services for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding...
Lake Charles dedicated circuit installation
Hayes Electrical handles dedicated circuit installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Run electrical code compliance corrections in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical code compliance corrections for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the...
Electrical Fuse Replacement in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical fuse replacement for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Run electrical heat resistor replacement in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical heat resistor replacement for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the...
Electrical Inspections and Code Corrections in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical inspections and code corrections for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and...
Run electrical layout and design in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical layout and design for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the...
Run electrical panel repair in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical panel repair for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Electrical Panel Upgrade for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical handles electrical panel upgrade for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Run electrical panels and circuit breakers in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical panels and circuit breakers for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and...
Electrical Power Restoration for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical handles electrical power restoration for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Electrical Repairs for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical handles electrical repairs for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding Southwest...
Electrical Safety Inspection in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical safety inspection for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Run electrical services in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical services for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding Southwest...
Run electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the...
Run electrical wiring and rewiring in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical wiring and rewiring for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the...
Lake Charles electrical wiring installation
Hayes Electrical handles electrical wiring installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Electrical Wiring Repair in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles electrical wiring repair for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Emergency Electrical Services for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical handles emergency electrical services for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding...
EV Charger Installation for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical handles ev charger installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding...
Generator and Backup Power in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles generator and backup power for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the...
Generator Interlock Switch Installation in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles generator interlock switch installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the...
GFCI Outlet Installation in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles gfci outlet installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Run ground wire installation in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles ground wire installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Run home electrical rewiring in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles home electrical rewiring for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Hot Tub and Spa Electrical Wiring for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical handles hot tub and spa electrical wiring for homes and businesses in Lake Charles...
Light Fixture Installation in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles light fixture installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Lake Charles lighting installation
Hayes Electrical handles lighting installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding Southwest...
Low-Voltage Network Wiring in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles low-voltage network wiring for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding...
Outdoor Lighting Installation in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles outdoor lighting installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Outlet and Switch Installation in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles outlet and switch installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the...
Outlet and Switch Relocation for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical handles outlet and switch relocation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the...
Outlet and Switch Repair in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles outlet and switch repair for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the...
Run recessed lighting installation in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles recessed lighting installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Residential Electrician Services for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical handles residential electrician services for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding...
Lake Charles same-day electrical repair
Hayes Electrical handles same-day electrical repair for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Lake Charles service mast and meter socket repair
Hayes Electrical handles service mast and meter socket repair for homes and businesses in Lake Charles...
Smart Home Systems for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical installs smart home systems across Lake Charles and the surrounding Lake Charles core neighborhoods,...
Smoke and CO Detector Wiring for Lake Charles homes
Hayes Electrical handles smoke and co detector wiring for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and...
Specialty Electrical Wiring in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles specialty electrical wiring for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the surrounding...
Run surge protection and grounding in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles surge protection and grounding for homes and businesses in Lake Charles, and the...
Lake Charles surge protection installation
Hayes Electrical handles surge protection installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
Whole Home Generator Installation in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles whole home generator installation for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the...
Whole-Home Electrical Inspection in Lake Charles
Hayes Electrical handles whole-home electrical inspection for homes and businesses in Lake Charles and the surrounding...
12 / SPECIFIC OUTLETS, SWITCHES, AND FIXTURES SERVICES

The outlets, switches, and fixtures jobs Hayes runs across SWLA.

Find the job that matches your situation. Each is a licensed Hayes install with the same written warranty as anything else we put in.

GFCI Outlet Installation
Hayes Electrical handles gfci outlet installation for homes and businesses across Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana....
Light Fixture Installation
Hayes Electrical handles light fixture installation for homes and businesses across Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana....
Outlet and Switch Installation
Hayes Electrical handles outlet and switch installation for homes and businesses across Lake Charles and Southwest...
Outlet and Switch Relocation
Hayes Electrical handles outlet and switch relocation for homes and businesses across Lake Charles and Southwest...
Outlet and Switch Repair
Hayes Electrical handles outlet and switch repair for homes and businesses across Lake Charles and Southwest...
13 / REQUEST

Want outlets, switches, and fixtures handled right in Lake Charles?

Drop the project on us. A Hayes Electrical licensed electrician comes out, walks it with you in person, and puts a real scope on paper. The Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee is attached to every install.

Or call us direct
(337) 570-2327

Get a quote.

We send out a Louisiana licensed electrician, walk the job in person, point out what needs to happen (and what does not), and put the number on paper before any work starts.

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