Modern Safety Standards
Modern Safety Standards | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Hixson
From historic bungalows along Hixson Pike to newer builds near Northgate Mall, homes of every age can hide dated aluminum or cloth-wrapped wiring that simply can’t keep up with today’s electronics. HEP’s licensed electricians specialize in safe, code-compliant whole home rewires that replace every vulnerable conductor, upgrade panels, and add the grounded outlets and AFCI/GFCI protection modern standards demand. We work room by room with infrared scanning and load calculations, so you gain peace of mind knowing your family and devices are protected from shorts, surges, and hidden fire risks.
You’ll see the difference from the first walk-through: clear explanations, upfront pricing, and a tidy, efficient crew that respects your schedule. Whether you’re renovating, preparing to sell, or just tired of flickering lights, HEP delivers a turnkey solution that boosts resale value and lowers insurance premiums—backed by a lifetime workmanship warranty and a local team on call 24/7 for support. Schedule your complimentary safety inspection today and feel at home with power you can trust.
FAQs
Why would a Hixson homeowner need a whole-home rewire instead of smaller electrical repairs?
Homes built before the mid-1980s often contain outdated aluminum branch circuits, knob-and-tube wiring, or undersized service panels. These systems cannot safely handle today’s appliance loads or meet current National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. A whole-home rewire replaces every branch circuit, upgrades the service panel, and adds modern grounding and GFCI/AFCI protection, eliminating chronic breaker trips, fire hazards, and insurance coverage issues in one comprehensive project.
What modern safety standards are followed during a complete rewire?
Our electricians strictly follow the 2023 NEC, Tennessee’s state amendments, and EPB’s local service rules. This includes installing copper conductors with proper ampacity, tamper-resistant receptacles, dual-function AFCI/GFCI breakers in required areas, labeled arc-fault circuits for bedrooms and living areas, surge protection at the main panel, and bonded grounding electrode systems. All work is inspected by the City of Chattanooga–Hamilton County Building Inspection Department before energizing.
How long does a whole-house rewire typically take in the Hixson area?
Most 1,800- to 2,400-square-foot homes require 5–10 working days on site, plus 1–2 days for rough-in and final inspections. Larger or heavily finished houses can take up to three weeks. We create a room-by-room schedule to minimize downtime, and we coordinate with EPB for panel changeovers so power is restored the same day the new service is energized.
Can I stay in my home during the rewiring process?
Yes, in most cases. We rewire in zones, shutting down only the circuits we are working on each day. Essential loads such as HVAC, refrigerator, and internet can be placed on temporary power. If you work from home, we will schedule noisy drill-through or drywall cutting outside your key hours. Homes with significant plaster walls or asbestos insulation may require temporary relocation to ensure safety.
How much does a full rewire cost in Hixson, and what factors affect the price?
Typical turnkey pricing ranges from $10,000 to $25,000 for an average-sized residence. Costs depend on square footage, crawl-space or attic accessibility, number of devices, service-panel amperage upgrade (100 A to 200 A is common), and any drywall or finish repairs requested. We offer free on-site assessments and provide a fixed-price proposal that includes permits, materials, labor, and inspections—no surprise extras.
What warranties and long-term benefits come with a modern rewire?
We back every rewire with a 5-year workmanship warranty and register manufacturer warranties on breakers, surge protectors, and devices. Long term, you’ll gain greater fire safety, stable voltage for sensitive electronics, reduced insurance premiums, and increased resale value—many buyers and lenders in Hixson now insist on updated wiring before closing.