Is $20,000 to rewire an ungrounded 1,600 sqft home and upgrade to a 200 amp panel (lower estimate) a fair price?
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I've got an older home that is currently empty. The inspection report says all the outlets are ungrounded. I'm considering whether to rewire the whole house or just replace outlets with GFCI to keep costs down. I'm also planning to update the kitchen and want to upgrade to a 200 amp panel to allow for an EV charger.
Quote Details
Full home electrical rewire for an ungrounded 1,600 sqft residence. - Project Scope: Rewire entire home to address ungrounded outlets - Electrical Panel: Upgrade from existing 120 amp to 200 amp service - Future Proofing: Capacity for an EV charger installation - Home Status: Work to be performed while the house is empty
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Category
Electrical
Price
$20,000
Quote Date
April 8, 2026
Home Size
1,600 sq ft
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