Cost to Rewire a House in 2026 (Per Sq Ft Breakdown)

Cost to Rewire a House in 2026 (Per Sq Ft Breakdown)

Quick answer: Rewiring a house costs $6–$10 per square foot in 2026 — roughly $8,000–$15,000 for a 1,500 sq ft home and $12,000–$20,000+ for 2,500 sq ft. Open walls (renovation in progress) can cut costs 30–50%. (SAFETY NOTE: rewiring is licensed-electrician-only work. This guide covers costs and planning, not how-to.) Rewiring Cost by Home Size … Read more