Complete Home Rewires
Complete Home Rewires | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Thorn Hill
Tired of flickering lights, tripped breakers, or outlets that never seem to be where you need them? HEP’s licensed electricians bring peace of mind to Thorn Hill homeowners with comprehensive whole home rewires that replace outdated, hazardous wiring with today’s safest, most efficient materials. From the service panel to the last receptacle, we design a custom solution that meets modern electrical codes, supports smart-home upgrades, and adds the capacity your family’s growing list of devices demands.
Our team respects your schedule and your space: we show up on time, protect floors and furnishings, and keep you informed at every stage. Using thermal imaging and precision mapping, we minimize wall cuts, complete most projects in days rather than weeks, and leave your home cleaner than we found it. Backed by industry-leading warranties and HEP’s decades of local experience, our whole home rewires deliver the reliability—and the extra outlets—you’ve been wishing for.
Ready to power up your Thorn Hill home? Call HEP today for a free, no-pressure assessment and discover how effortless a safer, smarter electrical system can be.
FAQs
What does a complete home rewire involve, and why is it necessary?
A complete home rewire replaces every piece of electrical cable, outlet, switch, fixture, and panel feeder in the house. Older wiring (knob-and-tube, aluminum, or brittle PVC) often lacks grounding, cannot support modern loads, and may violate current Ontario Electrical Code. A full rewire brings the entire system up to today’s safety standards, increases capacity for high-demand appliances, eliminates fire hazards, and adds resale value to your Thorn Hill property.
How can I tell if my Thorn Hill home needs a full electrical rewire?
Common warning signs include frequent breaker trips, dimming or flickering lights, warm or discoloured outlets, two-prong receptacles with no ground, the smell of burning plastic, and visible cloth or rubber-covered wiring in the attic or basement. Homes built before the mid-1970s often have outdated circuits that can’t safely handle today’s electronics. A licensed electrical contractor can perform a detailed load calculation and insulation resistance test to confirm whether a complete rewire is recommended.
How long does a whole-home rewire usually take, and will I need to move out?
A typical 2,000 sq ft Thorn Hill house takes 5–10 working days for the rough-in and one additional day to install devices and fixtures after drywall repairs. We work room by room, so you can often stay in the home, but plan for some temporary power shut-offs and limited access to certain spaces. If you work from home or have small children, you might prefer a short stay elsewhere to avoid noise, dust, and disruption.
What factors affect the cost of rewiring a house in Thorn Hill?
Key cost drivers include house size, number of circuits/outlets required, accessibility (finished versus open walls), panel upgrade needs, and specialty additions like EV chargers or whole-home surge protection. Heritage homes with lathe-and-plaster walls or finished basements can require more labor. After a free on-site assessment we provide a fixed written quote that covers materials, labour, ESA permit fees, and patching of wall openings to the drywall-ready stage.
Do I need permits and inspections for a full rewire, and who handles them?
Yes. The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) mandates a Notification of Work for all complete rewires in Ontario. As your licensed electrical contractor, we file the permit, schedule inspections, and supply you with the ESA Certificate of Acceptance when the job is complete. This certificate is crucial for insurance, future home sales, and peace of mind that the work meets the Ontario Electrical Code.
How do you protect my property and family during the rewiring process?
We use plastic sheeting, drop cloths, and negative-air vacuums to control dust. All circuits are de-energized before we touch a conductor, and GFCI-protected temporary power is provided for essential appliances. Our electricians are ESA-licensed, insured, and follow COVID-19 and general safety protocols. Daily site clean-ups keep pathways clear, and we coordinate with reputable drywall and paint pros to restore walls so your home looks as good—or better—than before the project began.