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.
PRIEN LAKE
Ground Wire Installation in Prien Lake
Prien Lake service from Hayes Electrical. Call (337) 570-2327.
Hayes Electrical handles ground wire installation for homes and businesses in Prien Lake and the surrounding Southwest Louisiana area. Licensed, bonded, and backed by our Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee.
Prien Lake 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 Prien Lake usually means supplementing or replacing the original grounding electrode system at the service, not adding equipment grounds to branch circuits. The post-2000 construction here was wired with copper NM-B that already contains an equipment grounding conductor on every circuit, so individual outlet ground retrofits are not the issue.
For service grounding, NEC 250.53 requires two ground rods six feet apart unless a single rod tests under 25 ohms. We carry a clamp-on ground resistance tester so we can verify before driving a second rod. Where the original install used a single rod and the soil resistance in Prien Lake pushes the reading over 25 ohms (common in our local soil), we drive a second rod and bond with #6 AWG copper per NEC 250.66. NEC 250.104 bonding to metal water and gas piping is verified at the same visit.
Lake Charles AHJ inspection is required when the grounding electrode system is modified on a permitted scope (panel upgrade, service upgrade). Standalone GEC supplementation is typically not separately permitted but we will tell you on the visit.
What we look at for this job
Permits and inspections
Prien Lake addresses inside the City of Lake Charles limits get electrical permits from the City of Lake Charles Building and Permit Division. We confirm jurisdiction at the address and pull the appropriate permit. 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.
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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 Prien Lake
Does my newer Prien Lake home need its ground checked?
It is worth confirming. Many newer homes shipped with a single ground rod that may or may not meet the 25-ohm test. We verify with a clamp meter and add a second rod if needed.
Why does my Prien Lake 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. Most Prien Lake soils do not meet that on a single rod, so two is the practical answer.
Do all my Prien Lake outlets already have grounds?
Yes. Post-2000 copper NM-B contains an equipment grounding conductor on every circuit, so individual outlet grounding retrofits are not needed in your home.
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