Home Rewiring · Shreveport, LA
Home Rewiring in Shreveport, LA
Highland, Fairfield and South Highlands hold many of Shreveport's homes from the early 1900s to the 1940s, and some still have knob-and-tube or cloth wiring with circuits added for central air. Raised foundations give the electrician a crawl space route for new cable.
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What's different about home rewiring in Shreveport
Rewiring usually comes up during restoration or when an insurer asks. Highland is a historic district that reviews exterior changes. Permits come from the city's permits and inspections office, and SWEPCO coordinates any service change. A rewire is also the time to add grounded outlets, AFCI and GFCI protection, and enough circuits for window units or modern kitchens.
Older homes may have original wiring and small services, and mid-century homes often have full panels with little room for new circuits. Air conditioning runs for much of the year, stressing older circuits.
Weather and the utility in Shreveport
Shreveport summers are long and hot, with air conditioning running from spring into fall, and spring brings severe thunderstorms, hail and tornado risk. Winter is usually mild, but the February 2021 winter storm brought rare extended cold and outages to northwest Louisiana. Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) serves Shreveport and handles meters, service drops and reconnection. Frequent lightning makes surge damage to AC equipment and electronics a common complaint.
- Permits in Shreveport
- Electrical permits in Shreveport come from the city's Permits and Inspections Division, where electrical contractors must also register; Bossier City and unincorporated Caddo Parish issue their own. Louisiana licenses electrical contractors through the State Licensing Board for Contractors.
- Electric utility
- SWEPCO
- Where we connect you
- 35 ZIP codes in Shreveport, including Highland, South Highlands, Broadmoor, Fairfield, Querbes, Southern Hills
Signs it's time to call
- Knob-and-tube or cloth-insulated wiring
- Two-prong outlets throughout
- Aluminum branch wiring
- Frequent tripping or warm devices
- An insurer or home inspector flagged the wiring
How the job usually goes
1. Assessment
Wiring type, condition and circuit layout are documented.
2. Plan and permit
Circuits are prioritized and the work is permitted.
3. Rewire
New cable is fished through walls and ceilings with minimal openings.
4. Inspection and patching
Rough-in and final inspections, then wall openings are closed.
Full details on home rewiring, including what you can safely check yourself.
What moves the price in Shreveport
Electricians set their own prices. Local permit fees, utility coordination and the age of the home all play a part, along with:
- Home size and number of circuits
- Access through attic, basement or crawl space
- Plaster versus drywall
- Whether the panel is upgraded at the same time
- Patching and painting scope
Stop and call an electrician if
- ✕ Do not cover knob-and-tube with insulation
- ✕ Do not splice new wire onto old wiring
Home Rewiring in Shreveport: questions
Do I need a permit for home rewiring in Shreveport?
In most cases, yes. Electrical permits in Shreveport come from the city's Permits and Inspections Division, where electrical contractors must also register; Bossier City and unincorporated Caddo Parish issue their own. Louisiana licenses electrical contractors through the State Licensing Board for Contractors. The electrician normally pulls the permit and arranges the inspection.
Do I have to rewire the whole house at once?
No. Many homeowners rewire in phases, starting with kitchens, baths and bedrooms.
Is aluminum wiring dangerous?
Aluminum branch wiring can overheat at connections. Approved repairs (such as rated connectors) or replacement reduce the risk; an electrician can advise which fits.
What electrical issues are common in Shreveport homes?
Electricians in Shreveport most often see: heavy AC loads on older circuits; severe storm and ice outages; surge damage from frequent lightning.
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