Wiring and rewiring

Old or damaged wiring puts your home at risk of fire and causes flickering lights, tripping breakers, or dead outlets. Homeowners call us when they notice discolored receptacles, a burning smell, or circuits that won't stay reset. You need a full rewire when the insulation is brittle, the wire is aluminum or knob-and-tube, or an addition has left the system overloaded.

We start by shutting off power and pulling a permit if required. Our crew runs new copper NM-B cable through the attic, basement, or crawl space, then snakes it down inside walls. We use a fish tape, drill new holes through studs where needed, and install new outlet boxes. Every splice goes inside a junction box with wire nuts. Finally we mount new outlets, switches, and cover plates, then test each circuit with a multimeter.

The job varies with the house. A ranch with an open attic is fast; a two-story with finished walls and plaster takes more time. The number of circuits needed, the condition of existing pathways, and whether the panel also needs an upgrade all affect the labor. A partial rewire of one room costs less than a whole-house job. Access matters, tight crawl spaces or finished basements slow us down.

On the day of work, our crew lays drop cloths to protect floors and furniture, then cuts access holes only where necessary. We vacuum dust and remove debris as we go. Before we leave, we clean up and test every outlet and switch. You should clear furniture from the work area and make sure we can reach the panel. Afterward, you may need to patch and paint the small holes we cut.