Outdated Wiring
Outdated Wiring | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Andersonville
Andersonville’s vintage residences radiate charm, but their original knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring can’t keep pace with today’s tech-hungry lifestyles. HEP’s licensed electricians make safety upgrades effortless, transforming fragile circuits into code-compliant powerhouses without disturbing the character you love. From meticulous inspections to final panel labeling, our team treats every attic crawl and plaster wall with the respect an older home deserves.
If flickering lights, warm outlets, or blown fuses are telling you it’s time, trust the local specialists in whole home rewires. We plan around your schedule, protect your furnishings with clean-site protocols, and back our workmanship with solid warranties—so you gain reliable power, lower insurance premiums, and peace of mind that will last for decades. Schedule a free estimate today and rediscover just how comfortable your historic home can be.
FAQs
Why should I consider a whole-home rewire in Andersonville?
Homes built before the mid-1970s often contain knob-and-tube or aluminum branch circuits that were never intended to handle today’s appliance load. A whole-home rewire removes these fire-prone conductors and replaces them with modern copper wiring, grounded outlets, and AFCI/GFCI protection. Besides improving safety, a rewire increases resale value, lowers insurance premiums, and ensures your electrical system complies with current Andersonville and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
How do I know if my home’s wiring is outdated?
Common warning signs include two-prong outlets with no ground slot, frequently tripped breakers, flickering lights, warm or discolored wall plates, the smell of burning plastic, and circuits that power multiple rooms. If your house still has a 60-amp fuse panel or was built before 1978, schedule an inspection. Our licensed electricians use non-invasive tools and thermal imaging to determine the type, age, and condition of your wiring.
What does a complete rewire involve and how long does it take?
We begin by pulling the necessary Andersonville permits and mapping every circuit. Drywall is carefully notched to run new NM-B or MC cable from the service panel to outlets, switches, and fixtures. We add new receptacle and switch boxes, upgrade grounding, and label every circuit in a new 200-amp breaker panel. A typical 1,800-square-foot home takes about 7–10 working days, although larger or plaster-wall homes may take up to three weeks. Final city inspections are included, and we patch all wall openings to a paint-ready finish.
Will I need to move out during the rewire and how will you protect my home?
Most Andersonville homeowners stay in place. We schedule the work room-by-room so you always have power in at least part of the house. Dust barriers, floor runners, and HEPA vacuums keep debris contained. Furniture is covered, and daily clean-ups are standard. If you work from home or have medically critical devices, we can set up temporary power or arrange a short hotel stay during panel change-outs.
How much does a whole-home rewire cost in the Andersonville area?
Prices vary with square footage, wall type, accessibility, and service-panel upgrades. In 2024, a straightforward 1,500-sq-ft rewire with drywall walls and attic access typically ranges from $12,000 to $18,000. Older masonry or plaster homes can run $18,000–$28,000 because of added labor and restoration. After an on-site assessment we provide a fixed-price proposal that includes permits, materials, labor, patching, and inspection fees—no surprise add-ons.
Is a permit required, and will the new wiring meet Andersonville and NEC codes?
Yes. Andersonville follows the latest amended version of the National Electrical Code, and the city requires a permit for any rewire involving new conductors or service equipment. Our team handles the permit application, scheduling of rough-in and final inspections, and on-site coordination with the electrical inspector. Every circuit is tested for continuity, proper grounding, GFCI/AFCI functionality, and load capacity before final sign-off, guaranteeing full code compliance and peace of mind.