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.
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Licensed electricians serving Lockmoor
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Hayes Electrical serves Lockmoor and the surrounding Southwest Louisiana area for residential and commercial electrical work. Panel upgrades, generator installs, EV chargers, rewiring, lighting, troubleshooting, and code corrections. Every job comes with our Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee.
Services we run in Lockmoor.
Every service our Lake Charles team handles in Lockmoor. Pick yours to see how we run it.
Lockmoor 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.
Electrical service in Lockmoor
Lockmoor is an established Lake Charles neighborhood with primarily mid-century housing. Most homes were built between the 1950s and the 1970s, with some later infill construction. The housing stock is well-maintained but the original electrical systems are now well past their design life. Drive time from our shop is under fifteen minutes.
What Lockmoor homes typically need
Service upgrades from 100A to 200A are routine here. A 1965 brick ranch with original wiring will not carry a modern heat pump, a kitchen remodel, and a future EV charger. We size the new service off a real load calc per NEC 220, replace the panel and meter base, and update the grounding electrode system per NEC 250.
Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels appear in this neighborhood. Both have documented failure modes and both warrant replacement, not repair. We do not chase the manufacturer warranty argument with these old panels because the safety issue is real and well-established.
Kitchen and bath remodels are a steady call. We bring the rooms to current NEC 210.8 (GFCI on all kitchen counter and bath receptacles), upgrade lighting to LED with proper insulation contact ratings per NEC 410.10, and add countertop receptacles per NEC 210.52 spacing.
Generator demand is steady. Most installs are Generac air-cooled units with a service-rated transfer switch sized to the full service.
How to reach us
Call (337) 570-2327 or use the contact page. City of Lake Charles permit and Entergy utility coordination.
Times are typical, not guaranteed. Traffic, weather, and parts on hand can shift them. We will tell you a real window when you call.
Who issues your Lockmoor permit.
Lockmoor is a Lake Charles neighborhood inside the city limits, so electrical permits are issued by the City of Lake Charles Building and Permit Division. We pull and post the permit and schedule the inspections.
We pull the permit under our Louisiana contractor license, coordinate the rough and final inspections, and walk the inspector through the work so you do not have to.
What Southwest Louisiana says about our work
Real reviews from real customers across Lake Charles, Sulphur, Moss Bluff, and the surrounding parishes.
The sweetest people ever, they were very nice and you know they know what they are talking about when it comes to their work. I was only able to do the first half of the work. We had some issues with ENTERGY but they were able to help resolve the issues in a timely manner. Thank you!
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.
We turned to the company for help to find out the reason why our generator stopped working, fix the problem and start it. We were served by Dorian, a very nice young man, a good specialist and a professional in his field. Everything went well, Dorian did diagnostics, invited a mechanic and our generator works. We recommend this company if you have problems with the generator.
Common questions in Lockmoor
Do you serve Lockmoor?
Yes, we cover Lockmoor regularly. It is a mid-century Lake Charles neighborhood with a mix of original wiring and updates from previous owners. Panel work and circuit additions are common requests here.
How fast can you get to my home in Lockmoor?
Lockmoor is a short hop from our shop. Non-emergency calls usually land same-day or next-day. Emergency arrival is typically inside two hours.
Do I need a permit for a generator install in Lockmoor?
Yes, a permanently installed standby generator needs a city permit and inspection. NEC 702 covers the transfer switch and load calc per 220. We design, pull the permit, and coordinate the gas line tie-in.
My Lockmoor breakers trip during summer heat. What is happening?
Heat raises both load (the AC works harder) and conductor temperature, so a marginal circuit will trip. We measure inrush, check conductor sizing per NEC 240 and 310 ampacity tables, and either repair the circuit or upgrade the breaker and conductor if the load truly calls for it.
Do you do whole-home surge protection in Lockmoor?
Yes, we install panel-mounted Type 2 SPD per NEC 285 on a dedicated breaker tied to the main bus. It will not stop every surge but it knocks down the transients from utility switching and nearby lightning, which is a real concern in southwest Louisiana.
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Need a licensed electrician in Lockmoor?
Drop the project on us. A Hayes Electrical licensed electrician comes out, walks it with you in person, and puts a real plan on paper. The Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee is attached to every install.