A whole home rewire is one of the most significant electrical projects a homeowner can undertake — but it's also one of the most important for safety. If you're considering a rewire for your Orange County home, one of the first questions you probably have is: how long will this take? Here's a straightforward answer.

How Long Does a Whole Home Rewire Take?

For most single-family homes in Orange County, a whole home rewire takes 3-7 days. The exact timeline depends on the size of your home, the number of circuits, the condition of existing wiring, and whether a panel upgrade is needed at the same time.

Typical Timeline by Home Size

Small Home (Under 1,500 sq ft): 2-4 Days

Smaller homes common in older parts of Costa Mesa and Santa Ana typically take 2-4 days for a complete rewire. This assumes straightforward access to walls and a relatively simple circuit layout.

Medium Home (1,500 - 2,500 sq ft): 4-6 Days

Most single-family homes in Orange County fall into this category. A medium home rewire typically takes 4-6 days including inspection.

Large Home (2,500+ sq ft): 6-10 Days

Larger homes in Newport Beach, Irvine, and Huntington Beach with more circuits, multiple floors, and complex layouts can take up to 10 days.

What Happens During a Rewire?

•  Day 1: Assessment and planning — we map every circuit and identify the scope of work

•  Days 2-4: Rough-in wiring — new wiring is run through walls, attic, and crawl spaces

•  Day 4-5: Panel installation and connection — all new circuits connected to the new panel

•  Day 5-6: Outlets, switches, and fixtures installed and tested

•  Final day: City inspection and final walkthrough with homeowner

Do I Have to Move Out During a Rewire?

For most of the rewire process you can stay in your home. Power will be off to sections of the house at different times during the project but we coordinate with homeowners to minimize disruption. On the day of the panel cutover power will be off for several hours — we schedule this in advance so you can plan accordingly.

Will There Be Damage to My Walls?

Modern rewiring techniques minimize wall damage significantly. Our electricians use fish tape and specialized tools to run wire through existing walls with minimal cutting. Any wall openings that are made are patched before we leave. We leave your home clean and tidy every day.

Get a Free Rewire Estimate in Orange County

Energlobe Electric specializes in whole home rewiring throughout Orange County including Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Anaheim, and Santa Ana. We offer free in-person estimates with detailed timelines and transparent pricing. Call or text (949) 762-9632 to schedule your free estimate today.