Whole Home Rewiring
Whole Home Rewiring | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Oakdale
When the wiring behind your walls is as old as the house itself, every flick of the switch comes with a question mark. HEP’s licensed electricians erase that uncertainty by replacing outdated, overloaded, or unsafe circuits with modern copper, tamper-resistant receptacles, and code-compliant grounding. From the first free inspection to the final walkthrough, we treat Oakdale homes like our own—protecting your drywall, cleaning as we go, and keeping you in the loop with clear, upfront pricing.
Our team coordinates seamlessly with local inspectors and utility providers, so permits and power shut-offs never become your headache. Upgraded panels deliver the amperage today’s smart appliances demand, while new branch circuits are neatly labeled for easy troubleshooting down the line. Most projects are completed in just a few days, meaning you’ll gain peace of mind, higher resale value, and lower insurance premiums before you know it.
Whether you’re taking on a top-to-bottom renovation or simply tired of tripped breakers and buzzing outlets, HEP’s whole home rewires service brings safety and convenience back to the heart of your Oakdale property. Call or click today to schedule a consultation and discover how effortless a full rewiring can be when the pros handle every detail.
FAQs
Why would I need a whole-home rewire in Oakdale?
Homes built before the mid-1980s often contain outdated knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring that can overheat, short-circuit, or lack the grounding required by today’s safety codes. A complete rewire replaces these aging conductors with modern copper, adds grounded outlets, and upsizes circuits so your HVAC, EV charger, and smart appliances get the power they need. Besides dramatically reducing fire risk, a rewire may lower homeowners-insurance premiums, improve overall resale value, and ensure your property meets the current Oakdale and state electrical codes.
How long does a typical whole-house rewiring project take, and will I need to move out?
For an average 1,800- to 2,500-square-foot Oakdale home, a full rewire usually requires 5–10 working days. Larger or heavily finished houses may take two to three weeks. You do not necessarily have to vacate; we rewire one circuit at a time and can provide temporary power so lights, HVAC, and critical receptacles remain live after hours. If walls must be opened extensively or if asbestos/lead remediation is needed, short-term relocation might be recommended, but most clients remain in the home throughout the project.
Do I need permits and inspections in Oakdale before rewiring?
Yes. The City of Oakdale requires an electrical permit and a rough-in and final inspection for any whole-home rewiring job. As a licensed, bonded, and insured electrical contractor, we handle all permitting with the city’s Building & Inspection Services Department, schedule inspections, and make sure every circuit, panel, and device complies with the latest Minnesota Electrical Code (or California Electrical Code if you’re in Oakdale, CA). When the final inspection passes, you receive a Certificate of Compliance for your records.
What does a whole-home rewire cost, and what factors affect the price?
In Oakdale, most complete rewires fall between $8 and $14 per square foot, so a 2,000-square-foot house can range from $16,000 to $28,000. Key cost drivers include the home’s size, number of stories, accessibility of crawl spaces or attics, whether drywall repair and repainting are included, service-panel upgrades, and any code-required additions such as AFCI/GFCI breakers or dedicated circuits for kitchens and EV chargers. After our free in-home assessment, we provide a detailed fixed-price proposal so there are no budget surprises.
How disruptive is the rewiring process and how do you protect my walls and belongings?
We use fish-tape and flexible drill bits to pull new cables through existing cavities wherever possible, limiting the need to cut drywall. When access holes are unavoidable, we contain dust with plastic sheeting, cover floors and furniture, and clean the site daily. At the end of the project we patch, sand, and texture all openings, ready for paint. Most homeowners report only minimal disruption—comparable to a light remodeling project—and the safety and functional benefits far outweigh the temporary inconvenience.
Will rewiring increase my home’s value or energy efficiency?
Absolutely. Realtors in Oakdale frequently cite updated electrical systems as one of the top selling points for older homes, because buyers and lenders see it as a major safety upgrade. Modern wiring also reduces voltage drop and heat loss, allowing appliances and electronics to operate at their designed efficiency. By adding more circuits and installing a new, properly sized service panel, you position your home for future solar, battery storage, and electric-vehicle charging—features that command higher resale prices and appeal to eco-conscious buyers.