
How to Rewire a House and How Much Does It Cost?
Did you know that between 2014 and 2016 there were around 24,000 residential electrical fires in the United States? If you are looking to rewire your own home because it needs updating or you believe it is faulty, then you are in the right place. We have put together this guide to go over the cost to rewire a house and to teach you more about rewiring a house.
Keep reading to learn everything there is to know about what you can expect.
Why Might You Need a Rewire?
There are a few reasons that you might need to rewire your entire home. If you recently noticed that your breakers are continuously blowing or tripping when you do something simple like turn on the coffee pot, this is a sign that it might be time to contact an electrician for a consultation to rewire. Another sign, is if you can’t plug in your three prong cords into any of the rooms in your house because all of them are two-prong outlets.
If you are smelling any burning scents in certain rooms or even throughout your entire house then this is a huge sign that you are in need of some electrical updating. One last sign to look out for, is if you experience a funny tingling sensation when you touch your appliances.
How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a House?
Honestly, the cost to rewire a house will vary based on where you live, the electrician’s experience level, and how large your home is. The average cost in the United States to wire a home is $8,500, and the high end of this average is between $10,000 and $11,000.
Usually, the average cost is around $4 per square foot per home. When you are rewiring your home you really want to make sure that you have someone with plenty of experience because faulty wiring will lead to your home catching on fire, which is the last thing you want to have to deal with.
Rewiring a Kitchen
You want to make sure that there are at least two 120 volt outlets along your countertop in order to plug in your appliances. You also want to make sure that your garbage disposal has its own dedicated 120 volt circuit and same with your dishwasher. Keep in mind that your dishwasher will also require GFCI protection.
The refrigerator will need its own 120 volt circuit as well and it has to be 20 amps.
Ready to Rewire Your Home?
We hope that now that we went over the ins and outs of the cost to rewire a house and everything there is to know, you can feel more confident while you shop around for an expert in your local area. Don’t forget to base your decision on experience rather than just cost to ensure you have a job well done and can have peace of mind.
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