Electrical System
Electrical System | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | New Tazewell
When vintage wiring, tripped breakers, or the demands of modern appliances start to test your patience in New Tazewell, HEP is ready to bring your electrical system up to speed—safely and smoothly. Our licensed, background-checked electricians specialize in whole home rewires that replace outdated aluminum or knob-and-tube circuits with code-compliant copper, surge protection, and properly sized panels. From meticulous planning to spotless cleanup, we respect your time, your property, and your budget while eliminating hidden fire hazards and giving every outlet the steady, dependable power it deserves.
Customers choose HEP because we pair small-town courtesy with big-city expertise: transparent pricing, convenient financing, and a workmanship guarantee that backs every splice, junction, and breaker. Whether you’re remodeling, upgrading for a new EV charger, or simply craving peace of mind, our whole home rewires service delivers lasting safety and performance—so you can flip the switch on worry and enjoy your New Tazewell home with confidence.
FAQs
What are the most common reasons a home in New Tazewell needs a full electrical rewire?
Many houses in New Tazewell were built before modern electrical codes and still contain outdated knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring, insufficient grounding, or undersized service panels. A complete rewire eliminates chronic breaker trips, flickering lights, and overheating outlets, while giving you the capacity to run today’s power-hungry appliances safely.
How long does a whole-home rewire typically take and will I have to move out?
A typical 1,500–2,500 sq ft residence takes 5–10 working days, depending on the home’s size, accessibility of walls and attic spaces, and whether drywall repairs are included in our scope. In most cases you can stay in the house: we schedule power shut-offs room by room, provide temporary circuits for essentials like the refrigerator and HVAC, and clean up daily to keep the space livable.
What permits and inspections are required in Claiborne County, and do you handle them?
Yes. We pull an electrical permit through the Claiborne County Building & Codes Department before any work begins. After rough-in, the county inspector checks wire sizing, stapling, grounding, arc-fault and GFCI placement, and bonding. A final inspection occurs once devices and the new panel are installed. We coordinate all inspections and deliver the green tag to you for your records.
How much does a full rewire cost in the New Tazewell area?
Costs vary with square footage, number of circuits, accessibility, and whether service-panel or meter upgrades are needed. In 2024, most rewires we perform run between $8 and $12 per square foot, or roughly $15,000–$30,000 for an average-sized home. After a free on-site assessment we provide a fixed-price proposal so there are no surprises.
Will a rewire damage my walls and ceilings?
We use minimally invasive techniques—fishing wires through existing cavities, accessing attics, crawl spaces and basements—to keep drywall cuts small. When we must open walls, we mark clean rectangles, protect floors, and replace insulation. Our team patches, tapes, and primes the drywall so it’s paint-ready, leaving you with no patchwork headaches.
What improvements can I expect once my home is rewired?
A new code-compliant system delivers safer, more reliable power. You’ll gain plenty of grounded outlets, dedicated circuits for HVAC, kitchen, and home office loads, and surge and arc-fault protection. The upgraded panel provides space for future additions such as EV chargers and solar. Insurance premiums often drop, and the home’s resale value typically rises because buyers know the electrical system is worry-free.