Rewire Services
Rewire Services | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Friendsville
When your Friendsville home still leans on decades-old wiring, every flip of a switch can feel like a gamble. HEP’s seasoned electricians remove that uncertainty by delivering safe, code-compliant whole home rewires that modernize every circuit from your breaker panel to the farthest outlet. We carefully map your existing system, replace brittle aluminum or cloth-covered conductors with high-quality copper, and integrate ample new receptacles and dedicated lines for today’s power-hungry appliances—so you enjoy consistent voltage, reduced fire risk, and the capacity to add smart-home tech without tripping breakers.
From the first walkthrough to the final inspection, our team treats your property with the respect it deserves: strategic drywall cuts, daily cleanups, and transparent updates keep disruptions minimal. We even coordinate permitting and TVA energy-efficiency rebates, turning a complex project into a smooth, stress-free upgrade. Ready to reclaim peace of mind and boost your home’s value? Schedule a free estimate today and discover why neighbors throughout Blount County trust HEP for expert whole home rewires.
FAQs
Why should I consider a whole-home electrical rewire in Friendsville?
Many Friendsville houses were built before modern electrical codes existed. If your home still has knob-and-tube, cloth-insulated, or aluminum branch wiring—or if it was wired before the 1970s—its conductors are likely undersized for today’s appliances and may have brittle insulation that can arc or overheat. A full rewire removes those hazards, increases the amperage capacity for HVAC, EV chargers, and electronics, brings the dwelling up to the current National Electrical Code (NEC 2020 in Tennessee), often lowers insurance premiums, and adds resale value.
What warning signs indicate my home’s wiring is outdated or unsafe?
Common red flags include frequent breaker trips or blown fuses, lights that dim or flicker when major appliances start, warm or discolored outlet/switch plates, a persistent burning smell, outlets with only two prongs (no ground), buzzing from panels, or visible cloth-covered wiring in the attic or crawl space. If you experience any of these, have a licensed electrician perform an inspection right away.
What does the rewiring process involve from start to finish?
1. Assessment & Quote – We walk through the home, calculate load requirements, and create a room-by-room circuit map. 2. Permitting – We pull an electrical permit from Blount County/City of Friendsville. 3. Rough-In – Old cables are removed and new copper NM-B or MC cable is run through attic, crawl, and wall cavities. We install a new panel if needed, dedicated appliance circuits, GFCI/AFCI protection, and smoke/CO detectors. 4. Inspection – A county inspector verifies rough wiring before walls are sealed. 5. Trim-Out – Devices, plates, light fixtures, and surge protection are installed; connections are torqued to specification. 6. Final Inspection & Testing – We megger-test insulation resistance, verify grounding, label the panel, and obtain final sign-off. 7. Patching & Clean-Up – Small drywall cuts are repaired, sanded, and primed so you can paint at your convenience.
How long will a whole-house rewire take, and will I lose power the entire time?
A typical 1,500–2,000 ft² Friendsville home takes 7–10 working days for rough-in and trim-out, plus a couple of days for drywall patching. Larger or heavily furnished homes can run 2–3 weeks. We re-energize essential circuits each evening so you have lights, refrigeration, and HVAC. Total power is only down for a few hours when we swap the service panel.
Are permits and inspections required in Friendsville, and do you handle them?
Yes. Blount County’s building department enforces the NEC and requires both rough-in and final inspections for any rewire. Homeowners who proceed without a permit can face fines and difficulties with insurance claims or future home sales. We manage the entire permitting process, schedule inspections, and provide you with all compliance documentation when the job is complete.
What does a whole-home rewire cost in Friendsville, and what factors affect pricing?
Pricing generally ranges from $8 to $14 per square foot. Variables include: • Square footage and number of stories • Accessibility of attic, crawl space, or finished basement • Drywall versus plaster walls (plaster costs more to open and patch) • Service-panel upgrade amperage (200 A vs. 400 A) • Quantity of new outlets, switches, and specialty circuits (EV charger, hot tub, generator inlet) • Home occupancy—working around furniture and residents increases labor hours After a free on-site evaluation we provide a fixed-price proposal so there are no surprises.