Energy Efficiency
Energy Efficiency | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Loudon
For Loudon homeowners determined to shrink their energy bills and boost safety, HEP’s electricians make upgrading painless. Our whole home rewires service replaces outdated aluminum, knob-and-tube, or cloth-covered wiring with modern copper circuits, high-efficiency breakers, and AFCI/GFCI protection—giving your house the rock-solid electrical backbone it needs for today’s tech-hungry lifestyle. You’ll see fewer nuisance trips, cleaner power to sensitive electronics, and the peace of mind that comes from a code-compliant system warrantied by East Tennessee’s most trusted home-energy pros.
From the first free assessment to the final walkthrough, we handle every detail: pulling permits, coordinating with the utility, even recommending LED lighting and smart-home upgrades that slash consumption further. HEP shows up on time, respects your space, and finishes fast so you’re never left in the dark. If you’re ready to future-proof your Loudon property while reaping long-term savings, let our licensed, background-checked team re-wire your worries away.
FAQs
Why should I consider a whole-home rewire for energy efficiency in Loudon?
Older homes in Loudon often contain wiring that was installed decades ago, long before today’s energy-hungry appliances, electronics, and high-efficiency HVAC systems existed. Outdated wiring increases resistance, wastes electricity as heat, and can create safety hazards. A whole-home rewire replaces antiquated cloth-covered, aluminum, or undersized copper conductors with modern copper NM-B or MC cable that carries power more efficiently and safely. In combination with new, properly sized circuits, AFCI/GFCI protection, and smart panels, a rewire can lower utility bills, reduce the risk of electrical fires, and future-proof your house for solar, EV charging, and battery storage.
How exactly does a rewire improve my home’s energy efficiency?
1. Reduced resistance: New copper conductors with intact insulation have lower electrical resistance, meaning less power lost as heat. 2. Balanced loads: Adding dedicated circuits for large appliances prevents overloading and voltage drop, allowing equipment to run at its rated efficiency. 3. Smart panel integration: Modern service panels can monitor real-time usage, automatically shed non-critical loads during peak demand, and help you track savings. 4. LED and control upgrades: Rewiring typically includes new switches, dimmers, and occupancy sensors tailored for LED lighting, cutting lighting energy by up to 70 %. 5. Compatibility with high-efficiency systems: Heat pumps, induction ranges, and Level-2 EV chargers operate best when supplied by properly sized, low-impedance circuits provided during a rewire.
What signs indicate my Loudon home may need a whole-home rewire?
• Frequent tripped breakers or blown fuses • Two-prong (ungrounded) outlets or lack of GFCI protection near sinks • Warm or discolored switch/outlet plates • Lights that flicker or dim when large appliances start • Aluminum branch circuits installed in the late 1960s-70s • Knob-and-tube or cloth-covered wiring visible in the attic or crawlspace • An electrical panel rated under 100 amps • You’re planning to add solar, an EV charger, or major HVAC upgrades If you notice any combination of these issues, schedule a professional evaluation; we offer free on-site assessments anywhere in Loudon County.
How long does a whole-home rewire take and will I have to move out?
Project length depends on home size, construction type, and finish level. A typical 2,000-sq-ft single-story residence in Loudon takes 5–7 working days. Multi-story or historic homes can take 2–3 weeks. We create a phased schedule that keeps essential circuits (refrigerator, HVAC, Wi-Fi) live overnight whenever possible, so most clients stay in the home throughout. For extensive plaster or historic finishes we may recommend temporary relocation for 2–3 days while major circuits are changed. We always protect flooring and furniture, use HEPA dust control, and perform daily cleanup to minimize disruption.
Are permits and inspections required in Loudon for a rewire, and do you handle them?
Yes. The City of Loudon and Loudon County each follow the 2020 or newer NEC and require electrical permits for any whole-house rewire. After rough-in and again after final trim-out, a county inspector must sign off before power is restored permanently. As a licensed and insured Tennessee electrical contractor, we pull all necessary permits, coordinate with the utility for temporary disconnect/reconnect, meet the inspector on site, and provide you with all compliance documentation for your records and homeowners-insurance provider.
Can I bundle a rewire with other energy-saving upgrades and qualify for incentives?
Absolutely. Many clients pair their rewires with LED lighting retrofits, smart thermostats, heat-pump water heaters, or solar/EV infrastructure. Because labor costs overlap, bundling reduces overall project expense. In Tennessee, the TVA EnergyRight program and certain federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) tax credits can offset up to 30 % of qualifying electrical and efficiency improvements. We’ll walk you through available rebates, supply the required load calculations, and provide itemized invoices so you can claim federal tax credits and utility incentives without extra paperwork.