Years Of Experience
Years Of Experience | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Kelso
Kelso homes may carry decades of character, but the wiring behind their walls shouldn’t be stuck in the past. With 25+ years of regional expertise, HEP’s master electricians have become the trusted choice for whole home rewires—bringing outdated circuits up to current code, boosting energy efficiency, and weaving smart-home readiness into every room without disturbing the charm you love. From the first safety inspection to the final socket test, you’ll see the difference that local knowledge, meticulous planning, and genuine customer care make.
Choosing HEP means fewer surprises and faster turnarounds, because our team already knows the quirks of Kelso’s housing stock and council regulations. We label every cable, photograph every junction, and clean as we go, so your day-to-day routine stays intact while your electrical system gains decades of safe, reliable power. Let us future-proof your property—one expertly routed cable at a time.
FAQs
Why might my Kelso home need a complete electrical rewire?
Older properties (typically 30+ years) were wired to standards that no longer meet today’s safety requirements or power demands. Signs that your Kelso home may need a rewire include frequent breaker trips, warm or discolored outlets, aluminum or knob-and-tube wiring, or the lack of grounding conductors. A full rewire replaces outdated cable, devices, and the service panel, ensuring your family’s safety, supporting modern appliances, and adding resale value.
How long does a whole-home rewire usually take?
For an average 3-bed, 2-bath house in Kelso, a full rewire generally takes 5–7 working days. Larger or heavily customized homes can require up to two weeks. We provide a detailed schedule after our onsite assessment, coordinate with you daily, and stage the work room-by-room to minimize disruption.
Will I have to move out during the electrical rewire?
Not necessarily. We plan the project so that you still have temporary power to critical areas (refrigerator, heating, internet). During working hours some circuits will be off, walls may be open, and dust is inevitable, but most homeowners remain in place. If you’re working from home, have medical equipment, or prefer zero disruption, we can arrange short-term accommodation options or phase the work to suit your needs.
How much does a whole-home rewire cost in the Kelso area?
Costs vary with home size, accessibility, and fixture choices, but most Kelso rewires fall between $8,000 and $18,000. The estimate covers new conductors, devices, a modern 200-amp panel, labor, permit fees, and final inspection. We provide a fixed-price quote after a free visit, along with financing options and utility rebate information where applicable.
Do you handle permitting and inspections for Kelso and Cowlitz County?
Yes. Our team pulls all required electrical permits through the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) and schedules rough-in and final inspections. We remain onsite during each inspection to address questions immediately, ensuring your project meets NEC standards and local codes without hassle to you.
What makes your team the right choice for my rewire project?
With over 20 years of dedicated electrical service in Kelso and the surrounding communities, we specialize in whole-home rewires. Our licensed, bonded, and insured electricians use only UL-listed materials, provide a 5-year workmanship warranty, and respect your home with daily clean-up. Clear communication, up-front pricing, and a long list of local references set us apart as Kelso’s trusted rewire specialists.