Resetting Your Electrical System With Modern Materials
Setting down roots in historic cottages in Ardmore or a midcentury ranch-style home near Robinhood Road comes with relaxing daily life, sun and wonderful access to everything that makes the area shine. However, these older constructions weren’t built with an electrical system designed to handle modern power demands. High-efficiency HVAC systems, EV chargers and newer appliances can put extreme stress on older, substandard materials like aluminum wiring and lead to dangerous electrical hazards. Reaching out to Blaze for whole-home rewiring in Winston-Salem, NC, can take care of your outdated electrical infrastructure and replace older materials with high-quality, modern work!
We’ve been working in the Triad since 1979 and we’ve rewired everything from compact homes to larger properties with complex layouts. Our certified electricians handle the entire process, from permit work to the final walkthrough after your rewiring job is complete. Contact us today and we’ll help move your home’s aging electrical system into the modern era!
When Repairs Or Rewiring Make The Most Sense
Sometimes a patch job isn’t enough to keep things safe and efficient. If you don’t have electrical experience, it can be tough to decide when repairs can’t do the job and whole-home rewiring in Winston-Salem, NC, is your best bet. We’ve been setting homes in the area up for electrical success for decades, and we know when it’s time to bite the bullet and invest in a full wiring refresh.
Here’s a quick breakdown of when repairs are still a good strategy:
- A single outlet, switch or fixture fails but the rest of your system is working as expected.
- Breakers trip only occasionally and the problem can be solved by moving the electrical load around.
- Your wiring issues are localized and everything else is performing well.
- A single GFCI outlet needs a repair or tune-up.
However, the following issues mean things have moved well past the point where repairs can solve them. Talk to a professional about whole-home rewiring if you notice:
- Electrical problems are popping up in multiple areas across your home.
- Breakers are tripping repeatedly after resets.
- There are signs of deteriorated or damaged wiring in visible locations.
- Your electrical panel is at capacity and can’t support new appliances or additions to your home.
- You’re planning on a major renovation like installing an EV charger or a big HVAC upgrade and your home is on the older side.
We understand wanting to kick a full replacement down the road for as long as possible. Whole-home rewiring in Winston-Salem, NC, comes with an investment, but repeated repairs can be more expensive at the end of the day. Constantly calling out for electrical repairs won’t solve the root of the problem, and a full rewiring brings your entire home’s electrical system up to date. It’s worth it!
Schedule Your Rewiring Project With Blaze Today!
When your home starts to show signs of aging wiring, like flickering lights and repeatedly tripping breakers, Blaze has the solution with professional whole-home rewiring in Winston-Salem, NC. Don’t wait for a big problem to react, take a proactive stance and replace outdated wiring before you’re faced with a major electrical breakdown. We make the process as easy as possible with 24/7 availability, full assessments before the job begins and electrical work that’s backed by decades of experience serving the Triad.
The team at Blaze is no stranger to big rewiring jobs in Forsyth County, and you can always rely on us for safe, high-quality electrical work. Reach out to Blaze today and we’ll get your home set up with a brand new electrical system that’s up to code so you can sleep peacefully knowing your home is safe and efficient!
Frequently Asked Questions
Does rewiring always include a panel upgrade?
Your whole-home rewiring in Winston-Salem, NC, doesn’t always have to include an upgrade to your electrical panel. However, older panels that can’t handle modern circuit counts or power demands should be swapped out during the process. Aging 60 or 100-amp panels are always good candidates for an upgrade.
Will my walls need to be opened up during a rewiring project?
Your team of electricians will always do their best to keep disruption to a minimum by navigating attics and crawlspaces to the best of their ability during the job. However, some minor wall openings may be required to get the job done safely and properly. Your electricians will keep you in the loop on the work that needs to happen and any walls that need to be opened up.
Does rewiring usually include outlets and switches?
Yes, most whole-home rewiring jobs also replace old outlets and switches to ensure your entire home’s electrical system is up to code. GFCI outlets can be added to spaces that require them and more. After a full assessment, your team will talk to you about what the job entails, what all will be swapped out and how long the full process will take.