Residential Complete Electrical Rewiring in Altadena
Professional Complete Electrical Rewiring services for Altadena homes and businesses. Expert electrical installation with fire-resistant design, modern safety features, and full code compliance.
Our Work
Benefits
Built for tomorrow—fire resilient and future-ready
Fire recovery rewiring is an opportunity to build back better and stronger. We design electrical systems that exceed minimum code requirements—incorporating 200A–400A service equipment sized for complete home electrification (heat pump HVAC, heat pump water heaters, induction cooking, EV charging), whole-home surge protection to guard against lightning and utility transients, smart panel technology with real-time monitoring and arc-fault detection, dedicated circuits for critical loads with provisions for battery backup, solar-ready design with appropriate conduit pathways and panel provisions, comprehensive AFCI/GFCI protection throughout, and robust grounding/bonding systems including UFER concrete-encased electrodes (new construction), supplemental ground rods, and proper bonding of all metal systems. Our plans include generous spare capacity, structured wiring for smart home and networking, seismic bracing for equipment, and fire-resistant materials and methods. Every Altadena home we rewire is designed to be safer, more efficient, more resilient, and ready for decades of reliable service.
Permits, compliance, and fire recovery coordination
Shaffer Construction handles all permitting with Los Angeles County Building and Safety, coordinates inspections, and ensures full compliance with current California Electrical Code (based on NEC 2023), Title 24 Part 6 energy efficiency requirements, California Residential Code (CRC) fire safety standards, and High Fire Hazard Severity Zone construction requirements. For Eaton Fire recovery projects, we provide comprehensive documentation required by FEMA and insurance carriers, coordinate SCE service restoration and upgrades (including transformer upgrades when needed for remote locations), and manage all plan check responses and inspection scheduling. Our complete drawing packages include load calculations proving adequate capacity for modern loads, detailed panel schedules and one-line diagrams, circuiting plans showing AFCI/GFCI protection zones, Title 24 lighting compliance documentation, and grounding/bonding details—everything needed for efficient, compliant approval so your rebuild stays on schedule and your family can return home.
Materials built to last—and resist future fires
We use only premium, fire-rated, seismically appropriate materials: copper conductors exclusively (NM-B cable in protected wood-frame locations, MC cable in exposed areas, THHN/THWN-2 in rigid conduit or EMT for exterior, garage, and exposed runs), metal junction boxes throughout, tamper-resistant receptacles, commercial-grade switches and devices, and robust panel equipment (Square D, Eaton, Siemens) designed for decades of service. All connections are made with torque-verified terminals per manufacturer specifications, listed wire connectors (wire nuts or push-in connectors), and proper anti-oxidant compound at any aluminum terminations (service entrance only—we never use aluminum for branch circuits). Cables are properly supported with fire-rated staples, protected with steel nail plates through framing, and routed to avoid heat sources. Grounding systems include concrete-encased electrodes (UFER) in new foundations, supplemental ground rods, bonding of water pipe, gas pipe, and structural steel, and intersystem bonding for communications, cable TV, and satellite systems. Every circuit is clearly labeled at the panel, all splices remain accessible in code-compliant boxes, and materials meet or exceed seismic and high fire hazard severity zone requirements. We build systems that last and protect.
Thoughtful planning and fire recovery expertise
Fire recovery rewiring begins with careful, compassionate assessment: evaluating fire damage extent, documenting pre-loss electrical conditions for insurance purposes, planning service location and capacity to support modern loads and future electrification, and designing room-by-room circuit layouts that meet current code and family lifestyle needs. We create comprehensive plans showing dedicated circuits for kitchen small appliances (minimum 2×20A required), bathrooms, laundry, garage, home office, EV charging, and future loads; AFCI/GFCI protection zones meeting current CEC requirements; Title 24-compliant lighting controls including vacancy sensors and dimmers; structured wiring for data/networking (CAT6/fiber); and provisions for solar + battery backup with critical loads subpanels.For rebuild projects, we coordinate closely with your architect, general contractor, and insurance team to ensure electrical plans integrate seamlessly with structural, mechanical, plumbing, and finish work. You’ll receive a clear scope of work, detailed material specifications, phased schedule (if you’re temporarily occupying the property during reconstruction), transparent itemized pricing, and a dedicated project manager who understands both electrical code and fire recovery insurance processes. We’re here to make the technical process clear and the rebuild process as smooth as possible during a difficult time.
What We Offer
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a complete rewire take for an Eaton Fire-damaged Altadena home?+
Complete fire recovery rewiring typically takes 10–40 days of on-site electrical work depending on home size, damage extent, and whether you’re doing a complete rebuild or renovation. Permitting through LA County Building and Safety adds 2–4 weeks (expedited processing available for fire recovery). We coordinate our schedule closely with your general contractor so electrical rough-in, inspections, and finish work happen at the optimal times in your construction sequence.
Will my homeowners insurance cover complete rewiring after the Eaton Fire?+
Most homeowners’ policies with dwelling coverage include fire damage restoration for electrical systems. We thoroughly document pre-loss conditions (using available records, photos, and assessments), photograph fire damage, provide detailed scopes and estimates formatted for insurance submission, and can work directly with adjusters when you authorize us. Our proposals clearly separate insurance-covered restoration from optional improvements (like upgraded service capacity, smart panels, or EV charging) so you can make informed decisions. We’ve helped many Altadena families navigate the claims process successfully.
Can you coordinate with my architect, general contractor, and insurance company?+
Absolutely—coordination is essential for fire recovery rebuilds. We attend construction meetings, provide electrical drawings that integrate with architectural and structural plans, sequence our rough-in and finish work with the construction schedule, communicate proactively about any issues or changes, and provide documentation directly to insurance carriers when authorized. You’ll have a single electrical point of contact (your dedicated project manager) throughout the entire rebuild process.
What does a complete rewire cost in Altadena?+
Fire recovery rewiring for typical Altadena homes (1,500–3,000 sq ft) varies depending on home size, service capacity (200A–400A), accessibility, smart home features, EV charging provisions, solar/battery backup rough-in, and finish level. After our on-site assessment, you’ll receive a detailed, itemized proposal clearly separating insurance-covered work from optional upgrades. For insurance claims, we provide documentation in formats carriers require and can work within policy limits while identifying opportunities to build back better.
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