About us

105 Years of Experience & Service in Electrical Contracting


E. F. Lea Electrical Contractor, Inc. is a fourth-generation family-owned business celebrating its 105th year anniversary.

Since its beginning in 1921, E. F. Lea Electrical Contractor, Inc. has maintained the highest level of quality electrical construction and service solutions to industrial and commercial clients across the United States.

E. F. Lea specializes in industrial and commercial electrical systems, including design-build services, power distribution, lighting, fire alarm systems, low-voltage infrastructure, and ongoing service and maintenance. We support a wide range of facilities, including large-scale industrial complexes, distribution centers, manufacturing environments, and commercial buildings where system performance, safety, and reliability are critical.

Our team delivers full-scope electrical services for both new construction and existing facilities: from pre-construction planning and underground infrastructure through system installation, commissioning, and long-term support. We are experienced in managing complex, multi-phase projects, coordinating with multiple subcontractors, and executing work in active environments while maintaining strict safety standards and code compliance.

In addition to construction, our service division provides responsive support for
maintenance, system upgrades, and troubleshooting in occupied facilities, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity. We also deliver complete life safety solutions, including fire alarm system design, installation, monitoring, inspection, and ongoing maintenance to meet NFPA standards and local code requirements.

E. F. Lea is structured to scale, supporting large, complex industrial builds as well as smaller, time-sensitive service work with the manpower, technical expertise, and project management discipline required to perform at the highest level. Our integrated approach to electrical and low-voltage systems supports communication, security, and long-term facility optimization.

With more than a century of experience, E. F. Lea is committed to delivering the highest level of quality and performance. This legacy of service has resulted in strong partnerships with clients who rely on E. F. Lea’s industrial leadership while maintaining personalized long-term relationships.

Mission statement

To deliver safe, reliable, high-quality electrical solutions for
industrial and commercial clients guided by excellence in craftsmanship, an unwavering commitment to safety, and a tradition of integrity. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships through dependable service, accountability, and a forward-thinking approach that honors our 105-year legacy.

Innovation & Tradition: While we honor our 105-year legacy, we embrace new technologies and methods to better serve modern industrial and commercial needs.

Our team

Ernest Lea, Jr.

CEO


Eric Lea

President


Jarrett McFatter

Executive Vice President


Paula Lea Carter

Vice President Finance


Carmel Lea

Vice President Operations


Ashley Lea Rabon

Business Administrator


Randy Horton

Project Manager


Scott Waite

Service Manager


Larry Hartley

Low Voltage Division Manager


Amy Ibarra

Controller


Commitment to Our Employees: We invest in our workforce by fostering a culture of respect, growth, and opportunity for the next generation of skilled professionals.

Thank you for trusting us!