Victorian Home Rewire – Pacific Heights
This elegant three-story Victorian home in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood was built in 1904 — and still had original knob-and-tube wiring throughout. The challenge? Bring the home up to code while keeping original moldings, finishes, and floorplans untouched.
Our team completed a full electrical rewire, including a new 200-amp panel, grounding, outlet and switch upgrades, and strategic wire routing to avoid disturbing decorative moldings and plasterwork. From the tight attic crawlspaces to the delicate finishes in the parlor, every detail was handled with precision and respect for the home’s original character.
The home now has a safe, reliable, and code-compliant electrical infrastructure — with no disruption to its timeless style.
📍 Project Location
Pacific Heights, San Francisco
3-story Victorian home built in 1904
🔧 Scope of Work
- Full removal of all knob-and-tube wiring from attic to basement
- Installation of a new 200-amp electrical panel
- Grounding & bonding throughout the system
- Replacement of outlets and switches with code-compliant, modern fixtures
- Careful routing of new NM-B wiring with minimal wall impact
- Final testing, code inspection, and walkthrough with the owner
🚧 Challenges on Site
Victorian homes bring unique challenges:
- High ceilings and elaborate crown moldings limited wall access
- No crawlspace or attic access on the second floor
- Required precise fishing of wires behind original plaster and lath walls
- Tight coordination with inspectors to avoid delays
Despite this, the project was completed on time and with zero visible surface damage.
🖼️ Project Gallery
⚙️ Project Overview
This beautiful turn-of-the-century home had never undergone a full electrical upgrade. The original knob-and-tube wiring was still in place — outdated, ungrounded, and unsafe by today’s standards.
The homeowner contacted us after learning that insurance and inspection reports flagged the wiring as a major concern. Our team was brought in to complete a full rewire while preserving the home’s ornate finishes and historical charm.
✅ Result
The home now features:
- A modern, grounded, and surge-protected electrical system
- A 200A panel ready for EV charger and future appliances
- Peace of mind for both homeowners and future buyers
- All the work documented for permitting and future resale
🗣️ Client Testimonial
📊 Project Highlights
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Duration of Project | 5 days (Monday to Friday) |
| Total Outlets Replaced | 38 (including GFCI and AFCI) |
| Panel Upgrade | From 60A fuse box → 200A breaker |
| Amount of Old Wiring Removed | ~250 feet of knob-and-tube |
| Final Inspection Status | ✅ Passed on first attempt |
| Project Cost | $13,800 (all inclusive) |
Pricing reflects full-service replacement including permitting, material, cleanup, and inspection.