Complete Electrical Rewiring in Burbank
From Magnolia Park's mid\u2011century gems to newer tract homes near the Empire Center, Burbank homes deserve wiring that's safe, efficient, and ready for modern living. Shaffer Construction, Inc. specializes in residential complete electrical rewiring tailored to Burbank's entertainment-savvy households, home studios, and EV-ready garages. Our team designs and installs code-compliant systems that handle today's loads—high-performance HVAC, induction cooking, home theater racks, and dedicated circuits for sensitive equipment—without tripping breakers. We work cleanly and efficiently, coordinating with the City of Burbank Building and Safety Division for permits and inspections, and keeping you informed every step. Whether you're in the Rancho District near the LA Equestrian Center or the Hillside area above Glenoaks, we make upgrading your home's electrical safe, streamlined, and surprisingly manageable.
Our Work
Benefits
Future-Proof Electrical Systems
We future-proof your home’s electrical with scalable design. That includes space and capacity in the panel for EV chargers, heat pump upgrades, and solar-ready interconnections; home-run circuits for media racks; conduit pathways for later low-voltage or fiber; and whole-home surge protection. We incorporate smart-ready components like Lutron/Leviton dimmers, smart receptacles, and Wi-Fi subpanels where appropriate, and label every circuit clearly for easy expansion. Your system is designed not just for today’s loads, but the next decade of technology.
Code Compliance and Permits
Shaffer Construction manages the entire permitting process with the City of Burbank Building and Safety Division and coordinates service work with Burbank Water and Power. We build to the current California Electrical Code, Title 24 energy standards, and applicable sections of the California Residential Code. Expect AFCI and GFCI protection where required, tamper-resistant receptacles, proper grounding and bonding, and smoke/CO detector upgrades. We schedule and attend rough and final inspections, resolve redlines promptly, and provide close-out documentation for your records.
Trusted Craftsmanship
Our rewires use UL-listed NM‑B (Romex) in wood-framed walls, MC cable in multi-family or where required, and EMT conduit for exposed areas like garages. We install copper conductors, premium receptacles and switches, and Square D or Siemens panels with clear circuit directorying. We secure junction boxes with proper fill, maintain staple spacing, and ensure drip loops and service mast integrity. Safety is non-negotiable: lockout/tagout procedures, insulated tools, and testing instruments verify polarity, grounding, and insulation integrity before energizing.
Personalized Planning and Design
Every Burbank home is different. We start with a load calculation and circuit mapping, then design a room-by-room plan that accounts for kitchen appliance loads, bath GFCIs, laundry, home office/media, outdoor circuits, and HVAC. If you’re building a home studio near the Media District, we’ll add isolated ground circuits and surge protection. For Rancho equestrian properties, we can include outbuilding or stable feeds. We present a clear scope, timeline, and cut-sheet of fixtures and devices so you know exactly what’s being installed.
What We Offer
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I live in my Burbank home during a complete rewire?+
Yes, most clients stay in the home. We create a temporary power plan, work in phases, and restore essential circuits nightly. We use dust protection, maintain safe pathways, and coordinate with you on room access. For faster timelines, some homeowners choose brief hotel stays during the heaviest attic/wall work, especially in summer heat.
How long does a whole-house rewire take in Burbank?+
Typical projects take 5–15 days on-site, depending on size, attic/crawl access, and whether a panel upgrade is included. Permitting with the City of Burbank often takes 1–2 weeks. We sequence rough work and inspections efficiently to minimize downtime and coordinate any BWP meter or service interruptions in advance.
Do you patch walls after fishing new wiring?+
We minimize openings by fishing wherever possible. Small access holes are expected; we can provide light patching or coordinate with a drywall/painting partner for finish-level repairs. We schedule rough inspection before closures, then complete trim and device install after walls are patched to ensure a clean final result.
Will you address aluminum branch circuits if found?+
Yes. If your home has 1960s–1970s aluminum branch wiring, we can fully replace it with copper or install approved copper pigtailing at devices and junctions using listed connectors. We’ll advise on the safest, most cost-effective strategy and ensure all terminations meet current California Electrical Code requirements.
Is a permit required for rewiring in Burbank?+
Absolutely. The City of Burbank Building and Safety Division requires permits and inspections for rewiring. We handle the application, plan submittals, rough and final inspections, and coordinate with BWP if a service upgrade is involved. This ensures code compliance, documentation for resale, and safety assurance.
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