Electrical System
Electrical System | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Athens
Crackling outlets, flickering lights, or the smell of overheated wires can turn that charming Athens bungalow into a safety concern. HEP’s licensed electricians specialize in whole home rewires, replacing brittle, under-sized, or aluminum conductors with modern copper circuitry that meets today’s electrical demands. From the service panel to the last receptacle, we rejuvenate your home’s power backbone so you can plug in high-efficiency HVAC, EV chargers, and smart devices without a second thought.
Our team handles every detail—permits, utility coordination, drywall repair, and spotless cleanup—while keeping you informed at each milestone. A dedicated project manager schedules work around your routine, and our workmanship warranty ensures peace of mind long after the final inspection. Discover how effortless a safer, more energy-efficient home can be when Athens trusts HEP for its whole home rewires.
FAQs
What exactly is a whole-home electrical rewire?
A whole-home rewire is the process of removing outdated or unsafe wiring and installing new, code-compliant conductors, devices, and protective equipment throughout the entire house. It typically includes new branch circuits, grounded outlets, modern breaker panels, updated lighting circuits, GFCI/AFCI protection, and proper bonding and grounding to meet the latest National Electrical Code (NEC) and Athens-Clarke County requirements.
How can I tell if my Athens home needs to be rewired?
Common warning signs include frequently tripped breakers, blown fuses, flickering lights, warm or discolored outlets, two-prong receptacles with no ground, aluminum branch wiring installed in the 1960s-70s, cloth-covered wiring from pre-1960s construction, or noticeable burning smells. A professional inspection and load calculation can confirm if a full rewire is the safest and most cost-effective solution.
Do I need permits and inspections for a rewire in Athens?
Yes. Athens-Clarke County requires electrical permits for any whole-house rewire. Licensed electricians handle the permitting process, schedule rough-in and final inspections with county officials, and provide documentation that your new wiring meets or exceeds NEC 2023 standards. Skipping permits can void insurance coverage and create resale problems.
How long will a whole-home rewire take, and will I be without power?
Most single-family homes in Athens take 4–10 working days, depending on square footage, wall accessibility, and whether drywall repairs are included in the contract. We stage work in zones so only limited areas are without power at any given time. In many cases, we can restore temporary power every evening so essential appliances and HVAC remain operational.
What does a complete electrical rewire cost in the Athens area?
Pricing varies with home size, accessibility, and selected fixtures, but typical 1,500–2,500-sq-ft homes average $7–$12 per square foot, or roughly $10,000–$25,000. The estimate includes new copper wiring, breakers, receptacles, lighting boxes, permits, inspections, labor, and basic wall patching. Upgrades such as dedicated EV charger circuits, whole-house surge protection, or smart switches add to the total.
Why should I hire a licensed Athens electrician instead of DIY?
Licensed electricians are trained on current code, load calculations, and safe work practices. They carry liability insurance, secure permits, and provide workmanship warranties—safeguards you can’t match with DIY. Professional rewiring reduces fire risks, ensures future home resale passes inspection, and may lower homeowners-insurance premiums. DIY electrical work in Georgia performed without permits can incur fines and invalidate coverage if a fire occurs.