Licensed Professionals
Licensed Professionals | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Oneida
If the wiring hidden behind your Oneida walls is older than the appliances it powers, it’s time to call HEP’s licensed electricians. Our team specializes in whole home rewires that replace outdated, hazard-prone circuits with modern, code-compliant systems designed for today’s high-demand lifestyles. From the moment we arrive, we inspect, plan, and explain every detail so you know exactly what’s happening inside your home’s electrical backbone.
During a HEP rewire, we handle permits, coordinate with local inspectors, and work room-by-room to minimize disruption while maximizing safety. You’ll enjoy steadier power, greater energy efficiency, and the peace of mind that comes with knowing your family and your investment are protected for decades to come. When you’re ready for reliable power throughout your house, trust Oneida’s most recommended professionals for whole home rewires.
FAQs
How do I know my Oneida home needs a complete electrical rewire?
Common warning signs include frequently tripped breakers, flickering or dimming lights, outlets that feel warm or look scorched, aluminum branch wiring from the 1960s–70s, or a fuse-box service panel instead of modern circuit breakers. If your house is more than 40 years old and has never been upgraded, a licensed electrician should inspect it. Our team performs free assessments in Oneida and provides a written report on whether a partial upgrade or full rewire is safest and most cost-effective.
What exactly happens during a whole-home rewiring project?
A full rewire replaces every branch circuit—from the electric meter and service panel to the last outlet, switch, and light fixture. We start by pulling the required City of Oneida or Oneida County permits, then carefully open walls or use existing chases to remove outdated conductors. New copper NM-B or MC cable, grounded receptacles, arc-fault/ground-fault protection, and a modern 200-amp panel are installed to meet the current National Electrical Code (NEC) and New York State Residential Code. After rough-in, electrical inspections are scheduled; once approved, we close walls, patch, and retest every device before final walk-through.
How long will a whole-house rewire take in Oneida, and will I lose power?
A typical 1,500–2,000 sq ft single-family home takes 5–10 working days. Larger or plaster-wall homes can run 2–3 weeks. We sequence work so that you are without power only during scheduled cut-overs—usually a few daytime hours. If overnight power is critical, we arrange temporary circuits or a portable generator to keep refrigerators, furnaces, and essential lighting running.
Do I need a permit, and who schedules the inspections?
Yes. The City of Oneida Building Department or, for outlying areas, the Oneida County Office of Codes & Life Safety requires an electrical permit and at least two inspections (rough and final). As licensed master electricians, we handle the entire permitting process—application, drawings, fees, inspector coordination, and documentation—so you stay fully compliant without extra legwork.
What does a whole-home rewire cost and what factors affect the price?
In the Oneida area, most complete rewires range from $8,000 to $20,000. Key variables include square footage, number of circuits, accessibility (unfinished basement vs. finished), wall construction (plaster, lathe, or drywall), service-panel upgrade, and any added options such as smart switches, EV chargers, or whole-house surge protection. After our on-site evaluation we provide a fixed-price quote, so you know the exact investment before work begins.
Will I have to move out while the work is done, and how do you protect my home?
Most clients stay in their homes throughout the project. We work room-by-room, isolating each area with plastic sheeting, floor protection, and negative-air vacuums to control dust. Furniture is covered, and daily clean-up keeps pathways clear. If you work from home or have special scheduling needs, we can phase the project around dedicated workspaces, evenings, or weekends to minimize disruption.