House rewiring in Kitchener
Old wiring is one of the few house problems you cannot see coming. It works until it does not. If your home was built before the 1980s and the wiring has never been updated, it is worth knowing what is behind the walls.
Rewiring services
- Full and partial house rewires
- Knob-and-tube wiring replacement
- Aluminum wiring remediation
- Upgrading ungrounded outlets
- New circuits for heavy-use rooms
- Wiring for basement apartments and additions
- Renovation rough-ins
- ESA inspections and documentation for insurers
When to have wiring checked
- You are buying or selling an older house
- Your insurer has asked for an electrical inspection
- Outlets have two prongs or no ground
- Lights dim or breakers trip regularly
- You are opening walls for a renovation anyway
Doing it with the least disruption
Rewiring an occupied house takes planning. The electrician maps the existing circuits first, then replaces them in an order that keeps the kitchen, a bathroom and the bedrooms usable for as long as possible. Cable is fished through existing cavities where it can be, and you are told beforehand where openings will be needed.
Who does the work
OnCall Electrician Kitchener partners with licensed electricians. When a job requires it, the work is filed with the Electrical Safety Authority and inspected.
Common questions about rewiring
How do I know if I have knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring?
Knob-and-tube shows as separate wires on white ceramic knobs in an unfinished basement or attic. Aluminum cable is usually marked AL or ALUMINUM on its jacket. If you are unsure, an electrician can tell quickly.
Is a full rewire always necessary?
No. Sometimes only certain circuits need replacing, and aluminum wiring can often be made safe at the connections. The assessment tells you which applies.
Can rewiring be done during a renovation?
Yes, and it is the best time. With walls already open, the work is faster and there is less to patch afterwards.
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Book rewiring in Kitchener
Call 226-270-7100 to book an in-person assessment.