Frequently asked questions

Yes. CR Electric is fully licensed and insured, and our team includes licensed Master Electricians, Journeymen, and Apprentices. Certificates of liability are available to clients on request.

We serve the entire New Orleans metro area and the Northshore from two locations - Harahan and Covington - including Metairie, Kenner, New Orleans, Harahan, River Ridge, St. Rose, Destrehan, Covington, Mandeville, and Madisonville.

Yes - free estimates are available in our core service areas including Metairie, New Orleans, Kenner, St. Rose, and Destrehan. Just give us a call and we'll send a technician out.

Yes. Both our Harahan and Covington locations offer 24-hour emergency service for electrical hazards and outages. Call any time.

CR Electric has provided electrical services for more than 25 years. Owner Chris Ray has performed electrical work for over 25 years and is considered an expert in Louisiana building compliance.

Absolutely. We're a full-service residential and commercial electrician, handling everything from a single outlet repair to complete commercial build-outs and warehouse lighting.

Yes - for work that requires it (such as panel upgrades, generators, and new construction), we pull the proper permits and meet inspectors so the job is fully code-compliant.

We install trusted, professional-grade products from brands like Eaton, Square D, Generac, Leviton, Legrand, Broan, and 3M, selected to fit your project and budget.

Call the location nearest you - Harahan at (504) 737-6024 or Covington at (985) 400-8141 - or use our contact form. We'll discuss your project and schedule a free estimate where available.

Yes - we regularly correct improper wiring, code violations, and failed inspections, and bring electrical systems up to a safe, compliant standard.

Yes - whole-home standby generator installation is one of our most-requested services, sized to your home and installed to code with permitting handled.