How much does it cost to rewire a house?

Whole-house rewire runs $4,500 for a small home with accessible attic and crawlspace, $12,000 for a typical 1,800 sqft home with finished walls, and $28,000+ for older homes with knob-and-tube and full plaster replacement.

Quick price points (2026)

TierCostUnit
Low$4,500whole house
Typical$12,000whole house
High$28,000whole house

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