Canadian Electrician's Guide to Quoting Residential Rewires

Rewiring older Canadian homes is specialized work. Here's how to quote it.

When Rewiring is Needed

• Knob-and-tube wiring present
• Aluminum wiring concerns
• Insufficient capacity
• Insurance requirements
• Major renovation

Pricing by House Size

• 1,000 sq ft bungalow: $8,000-15,000
• 1,500 sq ft two-storey: $12,000-22,000
• 2,500 sq ft home: $18,000-35,000

Quote Components

Electrical

• New 200A panel: $2,500-4,000
• Circuits (per circuit): $200-400
• Outlets and switches: $80-150 each
• Lighting: $100-200 per fixture
• Smoke/CO detectors: $150-250 each

Access and Restoration

• Fishing wires: Included in labour
• Drywall repair: Separate trade or allowance
• Painting: Separate trade or allowance

Provincial Requirements

• ESA permit (Ontario)
• TSBC permit (BC)
• Safety codes permit (Alberta)
• Inspection required in all provinces

HST/GST Considerations

• Ontario: 13% HST
• BC: 5% GST + 7% PST
• Alberta: 5% GST only
• Quebec: 5% GST + 9.975% QST

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