Business Update: Have Lights Will Travel Expands Capabilities in the Western Region Through Strategic Acquisition
Have Lights Will Travel (HLWT), a leading provider of full-service lighting, electrical, and signage contractor, announces the acquisition of Lighting Maintenance and Service (LMS), effective December 1, 2025. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in HLWT’s continued growth, reinforcing its commitment to delivering comprehensive, reliable, and scalable solutions across the commercial and residential landscape.
Rooted in a shared dedication to quality workmanship and responsive service, the acquisition brings together two organizations aligned in values, expertise, and long-term vision. By integrating LMS into the HLWT family, the company strengthens its operational depth while expanding its offerings to better serve clients across the region.
Strengthening a Trusted Foundation
Have Lights Will Travel has built its reputation on precision, safety, and innovation in lighting and electrical services. From large-scale commercial retrofits and permanent installations to power solutions and specialty projects, HLWT has consistently delivered work that supports both function and customer experience. The addition of Lighting Maintenance and Service enhances this foundation by bringing specialized expertise and an established service portfolio into the organization.
LMS is known for its dependable lighting maintenance operations and hands-on technical approach, supporting clients who require consistent systematic performance and rapid response. Together, the combined teams create a stronger, more resilient service platform capable of meeting evolving client demands.
Expanded Services, Unified Standards
The acquisition enables HLWT to offer a more holistic suite of services, spanning lighting design and installation, ongoing maintenance, system upgrades, and long-term operational support. Clients will benefit from streamlined coordination, unified standards, and a single trusted partner overseeing projects from initial setup through sustained performance.
By aligning processes and expertise, HLWT ensures continuity for existing LMS clients while elevating service delivery through expanded resources, advanced equipment, and broader technical support.
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Investing in People and Expertise
Central to this acquisition is a commitment to people. The LMS team joins HLWT with their experience, institutional knowledge, and client relationships fully intact. This integration preserves the strengths of both organizations while fostering collaboration, shared learning, and professional growth across teams.
The combined workforce represents a deeper bench of skilled technicians, project managers, and service professionals; positioning HLWT to scale responsibly without compromising quality or responsiveness.
Looking Ahead
This acquisition reflects Have Lights Will Travel’s long-term strategy: to grow with intention, invest in operational excellence, and remain a dependable partner for clients who rely on lighting and electrical systems to perform without compromise. As industries, technologies, and client needs continue to evolve, HLWT is positioned to adapt with agility while maintaining the standards that define its brand.
With Lighting Maintenance and Services now part of its organization, Have Lights Will Travel enters its next chapter stronger, more capable, and ready to serve a broader range of projects and customer-base with confidence and care.
About Have Lights Will Travel (HLWT)
With a strong 40-year history spanning back to its founding in 1979 by Reg Willison, Have Lights Will Travel (HLWT) stands as a premier, full-service lighting and electrical contractor in the Reno ,Tahoe, and Las Vegas areas. Since Kyle McClelland acquired the business and became 100% owner in 2017, HLWT has maintained a focus on innovation and its strong team culture, delivering complete electrical solutions that specialize in expert lighting maintenance, and energy-efficient retrofits, full electrical installations, and signage manufacturing and install.
For inquiries about Have Lights Will Travel and its expanded services, please visit www.havelights.com or contact the HLWT team to learn more about upcoming projects and capabilities.