Whole-Home Rewire
Full Romex re-wiring for old aluminum, knob-and-tube, or damaged wiring — permitted and inspected.
Materials
What we install vs. what corner-cutters use.
Wire
12-AWG or 14-AWG copper Romex, color-coded neutrals.
Aluminum branch wire.
Why it matters: Aluminum branch wire is a documented fire hazard.
Breakers
AFCI/GFCI per current NEC, brand-matched to your panel.
low-grade breakers that trip false or don't trip when they should.
Why it matters: The wrong breaker doesn't protect the circuit.
Devices
Tamper-resistant outlets, spec-grade switches.
Contractor-grade builder outlets.
Why it matters: Spec-grade lasts 20+ years vs 5 for builder-grade.
Process
A predictable path — with real durations.
Load calc & permit
1 weekCalculate loads, plan circuits, pull electrical permit.
Rough-in
1–2 weeksPull new Romex through attic and walls to every device box.
Panel & devices
2–3 daysTerminate at panel, install all outlets/switches/fixtures.
Inspection
1 dayCity electrical inspection.
Drywall patch & paint prime
2–3 daysPatch, texture, and prime every opening.
Why us
Why homeowners pick Modern Builders for whole-home rewire.
Every circuit we run is properly sized to its load and protected with the right breaker (AFCI for bedrooms and living areas, GFCI for wet locations, dual-function where required). We map every existing circuit before we cut anything so you know exactly which outlet each new breaker serves — no more mystery breakers. Every opening gets patched, textured, and primed before we leave. You provide finish paint; we spray it on.
FAQs
Answers before you ask.
Why can't I just replace the aluminum outlets?+
AlumiConn or COPALUM connectors can help at devices, but the wire is still aluminum. Full rewire is the permanent fix.
How much drywall will you cut?+
Minimal — we run through attics and crawlspaces where possible. Every cut is patched and primed.
Do I need a new panel too?+
Often yes — old panels usually accompany old wiring. See our Panel Box page.
Will my insurance drop me?+
Insurance often refuses coverage on aluminum or knob-and-tube. A permitted rewire restores insurability.
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