If you are renovating an old house with outdated electrical systems, you might discover that it needs to be completely rewired for safety purposes. Outdated wiring can be a fire hazard, so having an inspection by a licensed electrician could be a wise decision to start with.
If your home is older than 30 years and has not been rewired since it was built, it is highly likely that its wiring will need upgrading in order to bring it up to Florida’s current safety standards. Rewiring your home will not only help you get rid of the electrical problems you have been facing lately but also make your home more energy-efficient?
Signs Your Home Could Need Rewiring –
- Flickering lights
- Bulbs blowing frequently
- Strange burning smells
- Crackling, sparkling, or buzzing
- The electrical outlet appears burned
- Appliances that trip the mains switch
- Exposed wiring
- Loose or broken sockets
- Frayed electrical cables
Prices may vary inevitably, but there are many factors that will impact the cost to rewire an old house. Ever wondered why the cost to rewire an old house is generally high?
Labor Costs and Materials
The size of the house and materials play a greater role in the cost to rewire an old house. The more the number of floors the greater will be the cost to rewire. A one storey home will generally be cheaper as no wiring have to be stretched out to several levels. Labor costs will also make a heavy component as rewiring is time-consuming and fiddly. Also, the fittings you select will impact the price. PVC sockets are cheaper than stainless steel ones and copper wiring is expensive than aluminum.
Upgrading the Electrical Panel
An electrical panel is the heart of every home’s electrical system as it distributes the electrical current to circuits around the home. It will also need upgrading at the same time as your wiring as it does not have the correct safety devices installed. Items like Circuit Breakers, Timers, and RCDs.
Accessibility and Project Requirements
An empty home can speed up the work without any interruption. So, a house which is easily accessible is a bonus as this will make the job immensely faster and easier.
Another significant factor affecting the cost to rewire an old house is – standard rewiring of lights and sockets in individual rooms will be way cheaper than more complex requirements. Advanced rewiring incorporating hidden recessed lighting, outside security lights, USB sockets, etc. will naturally be more expensive.
With any rewiring project, you will want the professionals at American Lighting & Electrical Services to attend to your rewiring project in an efficient manner. We have a team of trusted, qualified electricians providing high-quality craftsmanship at affordable prices. We serve West Palm Beach FL and the surrounding cities, suburbs and can proudly be your best bet in every aspect. So why not choose us for every future electrical requirement in the Florida area?
