09-22-2019, 10:48 PM
The first question is, how mechanically inclined are you? If you're not, wiring or rewiring a home is probably not a good idea.
If you've never done it before, see if your local high school or trade school offers a course. I learned a lot taking a basic electricity class in 9th grade. Learned enough to be able to pull an electrical permit to wire my parent's basement. Code guy was impressed with my understanding and wiring diagrams. Point is, if you understand the basics, it's not that challenging. If you don't know the basics, it can be downright dangerous.
The other item of concern is pulling a permit and getting a final inspection. I rewired the majority of my house, including upgrading to 200 amp service. And had a final inspection. It's one thing to replace switches, outlets and fixtures. Rewiring without a permit can have serious consequences. If you have an electrical fire, insurance may not pay. Go to sell your house, at the very least, you may have to have an electrical inspection. Worst case, you might have to have a licensed electrician redo your work.
If you've never done it before, see if your local high school or trade school offers a course. I learned a lot taking a basic electricity class in 9th grade. Learned enough to be able to pull an electrical permit to wire my parent's basement. Code guy was impressed with my understanding and wiring diagrams. Point is, if you understand the basics, it's not that challenging. If you don't know the basics, it can be downright dangerous.
The other item of concern is pulling a permit and getting a final inspection. I rewired the majority of my house, including upgrading to 200 amp service. And had a final inspection. It's one thing to replace switches, outlets and fixtures. Rewiring without a permit can have serious consequences. If you have an electrical fire, insurance may not pay. Go to sell your house, at the very least, you may have to have an electrical inspection. Worst case, you might have to have a licensed electrician redo your work.