West Coast Electrical and Lighting Services

West Coast Electrical and Lighting Services was founded in 1988 in Fort Myers by Bernie Murphy, who continues to own and operate the company. The business began as West Coast Fire Equipment, providing fire alarms and extinguishers to commercial and residential clients, then expanded into emergency lighting and commercial lighting work.

The company offers commercial electrical repair and solutions including switchgear and panel replacements, LED lighting installations and retrofits, fire alarm service and maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, electrical code evaluations, and specialized wiring for computer rooms, parking and tennis court lighting, and lighted sign repair. They work with transformers, motor controls, PLC systems, and VFD drives.

In Florida, electrical contractors must be licensed by the Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board under the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Before hiring any electrician, verify their license through the state's online license search portal at myfloridalicense.com. An electrical contractor license (EC) allows the holder to contract for electrical systems, including all specialty categories and alarm systems, across Florida. A registered electrical contractor (ER) may only work in specific cities and counties where they are registered.

The type of work you need determines which license to look for. An alarm system contractor I (EF) handles all types of alarm systems. If you need work done, confirm the contractor holds the appropriate license for your job and that it is current. The licensing board regularly reviews disciplinary cases and enforces regulations across the trade.

Building permits and electrical code compliance are required for most electrical work in Fort Myers. Work must meet the Florida Building Code standards. Before starting a project, discuss permits and timeline with your contractor to ensure the job follows local and state code requirements.