Navigating the Challenges of Electrical Upgrades in Renovations with Contractors
Milton Electric has been providing electrical services to the Baltimore Metro area for over 60 years including home renovation projects. Our team of experts specializes in residential and commercial electrical work. We pride ourselves on our reputation for outstanding customer service, our craftsmanship and our professionalism. Examples of renovation include:
- Exterior upgrades including outdoor lighting, outdoor kitchens, porch lighting, etc.
- Upgrading the electrical panel to accommodate modern demands
Our strong variety of electrical expertise gives us the ability to complete any electrical job. Milton Electric and local contractors often work together on project planning to ensure a home’s electrical requirements meet the needs of the renovation. Milton Electric works with some of the best contractors in Baltimore including:
- COX Kitchens & Baths, Inc.
- Binder Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
- BGE Smart Energy Savers Program
- Southway Built With Integrity
- Bozzuto
- Evergreene Homes
- Horizon Services
- Green & Healthy Homes Initiative
During the estimation phase, electricians will help contractors understand the scope of electrical work for the renovation or remodel. They often do this by providing contractors with diagrams of the homes' wiring. Using an electrician like Milton Electric for a home renovation or remodel will help contractors understand the wiring layout and installation needed for the home project. Electricians are also helpful in the aftermath of a home renovation or remodel.
It’s common for contractors to run into electrical issues and need a skilled team of electricians. Milton Electric will help aid in any electrical work required at any point of the home project. Together, electricians and contractors collaborate and communicate throughout the home remodel and renovation process to ensure the home’s electrical system will be upgraded to meet the demands of the project. Contact Milton Electric today if you are a contractor or builder in need of an expert electrician team.
Home Additions and Remodeling: Why You Need an Electrician?
The electrical demands of a house will change during a renovation or rehabilitation, which often require upgrading the home's electrical system. The size of the circuit breaker box is generally determined when a building is designed, and it is calculated for the original power demands of the building. A licensed electrician like The Milton Electric team will calculate the new electrical load based on the renovation and recommend adding an additional breaker box or upgrading the existing breaker box to accommodate the increase in electrical load.
- One of the challenges homeowners faces when renovating an older home is getting it to function as a modern building and meet current electrical codes.
- It is vital to maintain the home's architectural integrity while still updating its functionality.
- Retaining and preserving electrical elements add character to the home, such as radiators, heat registers, or switch plates.
- Original light fixtures can sometimes be upgraded, rewired, and refinished for continued use, which is completed by an electrician.
- New light fixtures may need to be selected and installed to match the building's architectural character.
- The electrical demands of a house change during renovation or rehabilitation, often requiring an upgrade to the home's electrical system.
- The Milton Electric team, comprising licensed electricians, will calculate the new electrical load based on the renovation and recommend adding an additional breaker box or upgrading the existing one to accommodate the increased electrical load.
Home Renovation Electrical Wiring by a Licensed Professional: Milton Electric
During the demolition of a section of wall or ceiling, uncovering unexpected challenges is inevitable. Damaged, ungrounded, or disconnected wires may surface, such as knob-and-tube (K&T) wiring. To navigate these unique challenges, homeowners should engage a licensed electrician experienced in rewiring and upgrading electrical systems in historic and older homes. The Milton Electric team has experience working with builders to achieve your home’s desired electrical and architectural needs. Contact Milton Electric today for your electrical wiring upgrades today.
As a homeowner, having a home renovation can be stressful. During the demolition of a section of wall or ceiling, uncovering unexpected challenges is inevitable. Damaged, ungrounded, or disconnected wires may surface, such as knob-and-tube (K&T) wiring. To navigate these unique challenges, homeowners should engage a licensed electrician experienced in rewiring and upgrading electrical systems in historic and older homes. Common electrical upgrades needed during home renovation projects include:
- Light switches
- Light fixtures
- Home EV chargers
- GFCI outlet installation
- Surge protectors
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Circuit breaker upgrades
During the home renovation process, it is common for there to be an increase in electrical load. An electrician is needed to upgrade your electrical wiring to meet the demands of the new electrical load. Milton Electric has a variety or electrical expertise and is completely licensed and bonded. Our team has experience working with homeowners and builders to achieve your home’s desired electrical and architectural needs. Contact Milton Electric today for your home's electrical needs and electrical wiring upgrades.
Rehabs and Renovations FAQ's
How to upgrade an electrical panel?
Upgrade the electrical panel every 25 years for optimal safety and performance. If you are experiencing dimming lights, a burning smell, and tripping circuit breakers contact a certified electrician to inspect your electrical panel. You should not upgrade your electrical panel on your own as it can be extremely dangerous without professional help. An electrician will cut the power supply in your home and begin to remove the outdated electrical panels by replacing them with new ones. The electrician will install new circuits. Afterward, they will inspect the installation to ensure its correctness. Consider upgrading your electrical panel starting a home renovation or remodeling project.
How to install a light fixture?
Have a professional electrician install light fixtures in your home for safety purposes. To install a new light fixture, you will need a few tools like a latter, a wire connection, a screwdriver, etc. Milton Electric will ensure all tools are present at the time of installation. Then, you must remove any decorative lighting pieces and the old wiring and fixture. Wires must be measured and cut so that the new wires can connect. Your licensed electrician will be able to install the new light fixture giving your home better lighting and a new aesthetic. If you need a light fixture installed reach out to Milton Electric today.
What renovations increase home value the most?
Renovating and remodeling your home increases your home's overall value. For example, installing an HVAC system, light fixtures, and remodeling your kitchen can significantly increase your home's value. If space allows, you can add a kitchen backsplash, new lighting fixtures, and a granite island. Kitchen remodels have an ROI of about 54% nationwide. Upgrading your light fixtures can add value to your home as homeowners often prefer bright rooms. Light fixtures can even elevate a room's aesthetic. It’s recommended you upgrade your light fixture every 10 years. Contact Baltimore electrician Milton Electric today if you need electrical upgrades and light fixtures installation services.
How to prepare for a home renovation?
Before your home renovation, contact a general contractor and an electrician with any home renovations questions to ensure you follow proper protocol. A licensed electrician can help with any electrical wiring upgrades needed to support your renovation or remodel. A general contractor can coordinate the renovation's construction, permits, and necessary materials. After contacting an electrician and a general contractor and initiating the initial steps of the renovation, make a checklist of items you wish to retain or store. Contact Milton Electric today for your electrical wiring upgrades if you're contemplating a home renovation.
What is the difference between remodeling and renovating?
Though people often use the terms remodeling and renovating interchangeably, they have distinct meanings. A home remodel changes a room, area, or space. An example of remodeling is adding a shower to your current bathroom or a deck to your backyard. A home renovation is restoring an older or outdated part of your home. An example is restoring your old kitchen cabinets and upgrading to a newly refurbished kitchen. Home remodels and renovation require a certified electrician to inspect your electrical wiring to ensure your home can withstand any new or changed voltage. Electrician Milton Electric is here for all your electrical needs during your home renovation and remodel project.