Electrical wiring services

Electrical Wiring & Rewiring Austin

Home Rewiring • New Construction • Code Updates • Safety First

Professional Electrical Wiring & Rewiring in Austin

Faulty or outdated wiring is one of the leading causes of house fires in Texas. If your home was built before 1985, has aluminum wiring, or still has the original knob-and-tube system, you may be sitting on a serious safety risk without knowing it. At Texas Electric and Light, we specialize in residential wiring and whole-home rewiring for Austin homeowners — bringing older systems up to current NEC code and giving you peace of mind.

We work across the entire Austin metro — Hyde Park, Tarrytown, Clarksville, South Congress, Buda, Dripping Springs, and beyond. Whether you're renovating an older home, adding square footage, or getting an inspection before you buy, our licensed electricians (TECL #28315) will give you an honest assessment and a clear plan.

Signs Your Home May Need Rewiring

  • Lights flickering or dimming when appliances turn on
  • Breakers that trip frequently or fuses that blow repeatedly
  • Burning smell near outlets, panels, or switches
  • Two-prong ungrounded outlets throughout the house
  • Home built before 1985 with original wiring
  • Aluminum or knob-and-tube wiring identified during inspection

What We Handle

  • Whole-home rewiring — complete replacement of outdated wiring in occupied homes
  • New construction wiring — rough-in and finish for custom homes and additions
  • Aluminum wiring remediation — safe repair and replacement of fire-risk circuits
  • Knob-and-tube replacement — modernize pre-1950s wiring to current code
  • Circuit additions — dedicated circuits for kitchens, offices, EVs, and workshops
  • Code compliance updates — bring your system up to current NEC and Texas code

Why Rewire?

  • Fire prevention — outdated wiring accounts for 45,000+ home fires per year nationally
  • Home value — updated wiring is required for many home insurance policies and resale
  • Modern capacity — older 60-amp systems can't handle today's appliances and EVs
  • Insurance eligibility — many insurers won't cover homes with aluminum or K&T wiring

Rewiring Austin's Older Homes

Austin has a large stock of pre-1980s homes in neighborhoods like Hyde Park, Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, Tarrytown, and Clarksville. Many still have original wiring — and while they may seem fine on the surface, insulation on older wiring becomes brittle over time, creating real fire hazards behind your walls.

We've rewired hundreds of Central Texas homes and know exactly what to look for. We work cleanly and efficiently, minimizing disruption. Most whole-home rewires complete in 3–5 days.

Our Wiring Process

1

Thorough Inspection

Complete evaluation of your electrical system, identifying safety concerns and code violations

2

Strategic Planning

Develop detailed wiring plan, including circuit layout, material selection, and project timeline

3

Expert Installation

Professional rewiring with minimal disruption, followed by thorough testing and inspection

Ready to Update Your Home's Wiring?

Contact us today for a free wiring inspection and consultation

Serving the Greater Austin Area

Texas Electric and Light provides expert electrical wiring services throughout Austin and surrounding communities. Our licensed electricians (License #28315) specialize in both residential and commercial wiring, ensuring your electrical system is safe, efficient, and up to code.

North Austin

Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Leander

Central Austin

Downtown, Hyde Park, Mueller, Tarrytown, Clarksville

South Austin

Dripping Springs, Buda, Kyle, San Marcos, South Congress

What Our Customers Say

"Texas Electric and Light did an amazing job rewiring our 1960s home. They were professional, neat, and completed the work ahead of schedule. Our electrical system is now safe and reliable!"

Hyde Park, Austin TX

"We needed wiring for our home addition and they made the process seamless. Their attention to detail and code compliance was impressive. Highly recommend!"

Cedar Park, TX

Related Services

Call Now: (512) 547-4130