Electrical Repair Lake Charles LA | Call Kaough & Jones Electric Company

328 15th St, Lake Charles, LA 70601

(337) 439-9950

Provided Services

  • Electric inspection

Our Story

Kaough & Jones Electric Company is a trusted, locally-owned electrical contractor serving Lake Charles and the surrounding communities. We specialize in helping homeowners address common local electrical challenges, such as lightning surge damage to wiring and panels, and issues with generator transfer switches. Our certified electricians provide thorough electrical inspections to identify vulnerabilities and ensure your home's electrical system is safe, up to code, and resilient against Southwest Louisiana's severe weather. We offer expert repairs, surge protection solutions, and proper generator hookup services to give you peace of mind.

Question Answers

How can a home electrical inspection in Lake Charles protect against lightning surge damage?

Our comprehensive electrical inspection assesses your home's entire system, including wiring, grounding, and panels, for vulnerabilities to power surges. We specifically check for signs of past surge damage and recommend solutions like whole-house surge protectors to safeguard your appliances and electrical infrastructure from Lake Charles's frequent thunderstorms.

Why is a professional inspection important before installing or using a generator transfer switch?

A proper inspection ensures your home's electrical panel can safely handle the connection and that the transfer switch is installed correctly. This prevents back-feeding, which is dangerous for utility workers and your home, and ensures your generator powers essential circuits reliably during a Lake Charles power outage.

What are the signs that my Lake Charles home needs an electrical inspection after a storm?

Common signs include frequently tripped breakers, outlets or switches that are warm to the touch, flickering lights, or appliances that have stopped working. These can indicate surge damage or other storm-related issues. We recommend a professional inspection to identify hidden problems and prevent potential fire hazards.

Business Location & Hours



Mon:7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tue:7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wed:7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thu:7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Fri:7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed


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