Home’s Wiring
Home’s Wiring | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Dunlap
When the wiring behind your walls is as old as the house itself, flickering lights and tripped breakers are just the beginning of the story. HEP’s licensed electricians in Dunlap specialize in whole home rewires that bring every circuit up to today’s safety codes, boost your system’s capacity for smart-home tech, and eliminate hidden fire risks. We map out every outlet, switch, and panel upgrade, then complete the work with minimal disruption—leaving your rooms clean, your power reliable, and your family protected.
From the first inspection to the final walkthrough, you’ll have a single point of contact who explains each step in plain English and keeps your project on schedule. Whether you’re renovating a charming Craftsman on Main Street or future-proofing new construction in the foothills, our whole home rewires service is backed by transparent pricing, lifetime workmanship guarantees, and the friendly “Happy—Eager—Professional” attitude HEP is known for. Schedule your free estimate today and flip the switch on peace of mind.
FAQs
When should I consider a whole-home rewire in Dunlap?
A full rewire is recommended if your house still has knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring, if the breaker panel is older than 30-35 years, or if you experience frequent tripped breakers, flickering lights, or warm outlets. Insurance carriers and the Dunlap building department increasingly require modern copper wiring and updated grounding for safety, so if you’re renovating or adding major appliances, it’s the ideal time to rewire.
What exactly is replaced during a complete rewiring project?
We remove outdated conductors and install new copper NM-B cable or conduit runs, upgrade the service entrance cable, meter base, and main panel, add grounding electrodes, replace all receptacles, switches, and light fixtures, and label every circuit. If you choose, we can also pre-wire for data, video, EV chargers, generators, and smart-home controls so your home is ready for future technology.
How long will a whole-house rewire take for an average Dunlap home?
For a 1,500–2,000 sq ft residence, the on-site portion typically lasts 5–10 working days. Larger or heavily furnished homes can take two to three weeks. We stage the project so power is restored at the end of each day whenever possible, and we coordinate inspections with the City of Dunlap to minimize downtime.
Do I need permits and inspections, and will you handle them?
Yes. Dunlap, like all Tennessee municipalities, requires an electrical permit and two inspections—rough-in and final—before service can be re-energized. Our licensed electricians pull the permits, schedule inspections, and provide a detailed load calculation to meet the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) adopted by Dunlap. You don’t have to navigate municipal paperwork; we handle it for you.
Will a rewire ruin my walls and finishes?
We use strategic cut-and-patch methods: fishing cables through attics, crawl spaces, and closets, and making small access openings only where necessary. Drywall repair, texture, and paint touch-ups are included in our proposal, so when we’re done your walls look as good as before. Historic plaster or specialty finishes are reviewed beforehand so we can plan the least invasive route.
How much does a full rewire cost and what affects the price?
In Dunlap, most projects fall between $4 and $7 per square foot. Costs vary with home size, number of circuits, need for service upgrades (e.g., 100 A to 200 A), accessibility of attic/crawl spaces, and any extras such as recessed lighting or low-voltage cabling. After a free on-site assessment, we give a fixed-price proposal that includes labor, materials, permits, drywall repair, and inspection fees, so there are no surprise add-ons.