Whole House Rewire in San Jose, CA

Updating your home’s wiring can prevent dangerous and expensive problems down the road. Whether your wiring is damaged, outdated, or can’t handle your electrical load, you need a qualified electrician to evaluate it and determine if rewiring is necessary. At Delta Electric, we have over 40 years of experience as residential electrical contractors. We have been providing Bay Area homeowners with peace of mind and ensuring their electrical systems are safe and up to date for decades. Call us now to schedule an electrical safety inspection, and we can offer our professional recommendation as to whether you need whole house rewiring in San Jose, CA, or elsewhere in the Bay Area.

What Is Whole Home Electrical Rewiring?

A whole home electrical rewiring project is the process of replacing all or almost all of the electrical wires in your home. It is done to improve safety, performance, and efficiency, and make a home more functional and comfortable. An electrician may recommend rewiring if your old wiring is made from outdated or unsafe materials, was improperly installed, is damaged or malfunctioning, or can no longer handle your household’s electrical demands.

When & Why You Need Electrical Rewiring for a Whole House

The most common reason for rewiring a home is when existing wiring is outdated or unsafe. Many old homes feature aluminum wiring, which can pose major safety hazards. Other reasons wiring may need to be replaced are improper installation, rodent damage, storm damage, wear and tear, or excess electrical load. If you notice any of these signs, it might be time to rewire your home. Call us to schedule an inspection if you experience:

• Flickering or dimming lights
• Frequent power outages or surges
• Frequently blown fuses or tripped breakers
• A burning smell or fishy odor
• Buzzing or crackling noises from outlets or switches
• Warm or hot outlets or switches
• Burn marks or discoloration of outlets or switches
• Over-reliance on power strips and extension cords
• Knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring

Importance of Hiring a Whole House Rewiring Contractor

Rewiring your home is not a DIY project. It requires an understanding of and careful adherence to the National Electrical Code as well as federal and local building codes and regulations. It is a lengthy, complex project that can be extremely dangerous if not done correctly. Our residential electricians have the training, expertise, and tools needed to do the job properly. Hiring us will:

• Prevent safety hazards like electrical fires and shocks
• Ensure compliance with codes
• Save you time, money, and stress
• Maintain the value and safety of your home
• Ensure an optimized electrical system
• Accommodate your specific needs
• Reduce your insurance costs
• Limit your legal and financial liability
• Guarantee expert installation done right the first time

Benefits of Rewiring the Whole House

If your current wiring is unsafe or outdated, rewiring your home will enhance its safety, value, functionality, and comfort. Other benefits of rewiring include:

• Increased safety and reduced risk of hazards like electrical fires, short circuits, electric shock, and power surges
• Enhanced functionality, comfort, and energy efficiency
• Higher resale value
• Increased electrical capacity
• Ability to integrate more appliances, electronics, and modern technology into your home
• Compliance with building codes and regulations
• Lower insurance premiums

What to Expect from the Electrical Rewiring Process

We use a thorough process to evaluate your home and determine whether you need rewiring. We will never try to encourage you to agree to a service or product you don’t need. Our electricians have extensive experience in recognizing dangerous or outdated home wiring. When you contact us about rewiring, you can expect:

• Initial Consultation – We will do a thorough electrical safety inspection. We will test and evaluate the age, installation, material, location, performance, and safety of your home’s wiring.
• Assessment and Planning – We will assess your current and future electrical needs and discuss your goals. We will also outline code violations or problems we encountered during our inspection. We will then create a detailed rewiring plan to present for permitting.
• Permitting – We will determine if a permit is required for rewiring and handle the application and documentation process.
• Removal of Old Wiring – We will shut off power to your home and remove all old wiring safely. We will dispose of it properly.
• Installation of New Wiring – We will install new wiring along with outlets, switches, and a new electrical panel. We will ensure proper grounding and may install whole-house surge protection if requested.
• Inspections and Testing – We will thoroughly test your system and arrange for inspections by local regulatory agencies.

Why Choose Delta Electric

Delta Electric is a local family-owned and operated business. Our team of skilled electrical contractors has extensive experience in residential and commercial electrical services. We work closely with each client to evaluate their needs and make sure our services are perfectly tailored to their situation. We specialize in electrical inspections, upgrades, installations, maintenance, and repair. In addition to whole-home rewiring, we also offer residential electrical remodels, new circuit and electrical panel installation, and installation of GFCI and AFCI outlets.

Request an Estimate for Whole House Rewiring Services

If you’ve noticed signs of outdated or damaged wiring in your home, don’t delay in scheduling an electrical safety inspection. Our team can thoroughly evaluate your home’s electrical system and wiring and determine if you need wiring repair or whole house rewiring services. Call us now or contact us online to request an estimate for electrical rewiring in San Jose, CA, or elsewhere in the Bay Area.