Whole-Home Rewiring: Eliminating Fire Hazards
Rewiring your home may sound like a daunting project, but it’s often one of the most important upgrades you can make to protect your property and loved ones. Outdated electrical systems not only limit your ability to use modern appliances and devices—they can also pose serious safety hazards. At Elected Electric & Construction, we specialize in whole-home rewiring projects that bring your electrical system up to today’s safety and efficiency standards.
When Should You Consider Rewiring?
Certain signs and situations strongly indicate that your home may need to be rewired. These include:
Knob-and-tube wiring (common in homes built before the 1950s): This antiquated system lacks grounding and cannot handle modern electrical loads.
Aluminum wiring (used in the 1960s and 70s): Known to expand and contract over time, aluminum wiring is a leading cause of electrical fires due to loose connections.
Burning smells or frequent blown fuses: These warning signs often mean your electrical system is overloaded or deteriorating.
Home renovations or historic restorations: Updating the wiring ensures compatibility with new layouts and modern appliances while preserving safety.
Why Rewiring Matters
Old or faulty wiring is one of the leading causes of residential electrical fires. But rewiring a home goes beyond eliminating hazards—it’s also about bringing your home up to current electrical code, improving energy efficiency, and preparing it for the future.
Here are just a few benefits of whole-home rewiring:
Increased Electrical Capacity: Older systems often struggle to support high-wattage appliances, EV chargers, and smart home technology.
Enhanced Safety: New wiring dramatically reduces the risk of shocks, arc faults, and fires.
Improved Energy Efficiency: Copper wiring and modern circuits reduce energy loss, potentially lowering your utility bills.
More Convenient Outlets and Lighting: A rewire offers the chance to optimize outlet placement and lighting fixtures throughout the home.
Insurance Compliance: Many insurance providers require updated wiring to maintain or issue coverage.
Higher Home Value: Buyers today look for homes that are not only beautiful but also safe and energy-efficient. Updated wiring can be a strong selling point.
The Rewiring Process: What to Expect
At Elected Electric, we follow a step-by-step approach to ensure your home’s rewiring is thorough, code-compliant, and minimally disruptive.
Initial Inspection: We assess your home’s current wiring and electrical panel. We use tools like thermal imaging to detect hidden hot spots or overheating wires.
Strategic Wall Access: Our electricians create small, strategic openings in walls to run new copper wiring without unnecessary demolition.
Installation and Upgrades: We install new wiring, outlets, switches, and a modern panel if needed, ensuring every component meets National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
Final Testing and Cleanup: Once installed, we test every circuit to ensure safety and functionality, then patch and restore wall access points.
Cost Overview
For a typical 2,000-square-foot home, the cost to rewire usually falls between $8,000 and $15,000, depending on the home's age, layout, and specific electrical requirements.
Ready to Upgrade?
If you’re experiencing electrical issues or planning a major renovation, don’t wait for problems to escalate. Contact Elected Electric & Construction for a professional evaluation and a safe, code-compliant rewiring solution that meets your modern lifestyle.
