Rewiring Cost in Calgary: Real Factors, Not Square-Foot Estimates

If you searched “cost to rewire a house in Calgary,” you’ve seen square-foot charts. They look simple and they’re wrong. Rewiring is priced by scope, access, protection, panel capacity, and inspection requirements, not the number on your real estate listing.

This guide explains what truly moves the total in Calgary, how permits work, what to do with aluminum wiring, and the timeline to expect. When you’re ready for a realistic range, send photos through the Online Estimate and Crew Electrical Services will map next steps.

What Actually Drives Cost (No Sq-Ft Guessing)

Scope and goals. Are we replacing a few brittle circuits or performing a full home rewire with new devices and labeling? Adding circuits for induction, heat pump, or a future EV charger changes the plan.

Access and finish level. Open framing and utility chases are fast. Finished ceilings, plaster, tile, masonry, and tight joist bays require surgical routing and protection of finishes.

Protection and devices. Calgary jobs must meet current GFCI/AFCI requirements. That affects device choice and breaker count. We often pair a rewire with whole-home surge protection to guard electronics during utility events.

Panel capacity. A crowded or outdated panel can mean a tidy re-org or a true panel upgrade. Clean labeling and serviceability matter for inspections and future work.

Permits and inspections. Rewiring is permitted work under the City of Calgary. Crew Electrical Services applies for permits, books and meets inspections, and documents what changed. That paperwork protects you with insurers and at resale.

Why Square-Foot Prices Don’t Work in Calgary

Two 1,500-sq-ft homes can differ by thousands because one has open access and modern panels, and the other has finished ceilings, plaster walls, and undersized service. Square-foot math can’t see access, protection, routing, or inspection sequencing. A scope-first estimate can.

Aluminum Wiring: Replace or Remediate

Older Calgary homes with aluminum branch wiring aren’t automatic tear-outs. Aluminum can be safe when terminated with listed methods and compatible devices. Options:

• Remediation at terminations using approved connectors and devices while we verify bonding, box fill, and torque

• Targeted rewiring of circuits showing heat damage or DIY alterations

• Full rewire when the system is inconsistent or required by your insurer

We open representative boxes, test, and show photos so you can decide with facts.

How Long a Rewire Takes

Timelines depend on access and inspection windows, but here’s a believable cadence:

• Photo triage via Online Estimate: 1–2 business days

• On-site review and fixed proposal: 60–90 minutes

• Rough-in: one day for partial work to several days for full homes

• Rough inspection: booked and met by our team

• Patch/finish coordination: if openings were needed

• Final wiring and device setting: clean devices, level plates, straight routing

• Final inspection and walkthrough: labeled panel, protection tested, documentation delivered

What You Can Prep To Save Time

• Panel photo and legend (plus interior if safe)

• Wide and close-ups of each work area

• Known symptoms (trips, flicker, warm devices)

• Upcoming upgrades (EV charger, hot tub, AC) so we can reserve space now

• Access details: pets, parking, quiet hours

Good photos beat long emails and get you a tighter estimate.

Managed Loads vs. Service Upgrade

If you’re stacking bigger loads and space is tight, we’ll show two paths:

• Managed loads using listed load-shedding modules to stage or pause one big appliance temporarily

• Clean upgrade to a modern, labeled panel and service sized for your next decade

You’ll see pros and cons for both before choosing.

Troubleshooting During a Rewire

Legacy homes hide surprises: bootleg neutrals, mixed device types, overheated terminations. We correct hazards as we find them, photograph before/after, and note changes in your closeout summary. If a separate repair makes more sense, our Troubleshooting & Repairs team handles it quickly.

FAQ: Straight Answers For Calgary Homeowners

Do I need a permit to rewire my house in Calgary
Yes. Crew Electrical Services handles permits and inspections so the work is documented and compliant.

Can you rewire without opening drywall
Sometimes. We fish where possible and keep openings small. Finished ceilings or stone features add time; we flag that early.

Is aluminum wiring banned in Alberta
No. It can be safe with listed terminations. We’ll show you remediation options and when full replacement is smarter.

Will a rewire stop my breaker from tripping
If the trip is caused by overloaded or damaged circuits, yes. We test, separate loads if needed, and size the circuit correctly.

How Crew Electrical Services Prices Rewiring

• Scope first: what changes, where, and why

• Photo triage: start with the Online Estimate so the first visit is efficient

• Fixed proposal: after confirming site conditions and access

• No surprises: if conditions differ, we explain and agree on the plan before proceeding

Areas We Serve

We work citywide and nearby communities. See our Calgary service area page. Common neighborhoods include Altadore, Lake Bonavista, Springbank Hill, and Coventry Hills, plus nearby Airdrie and Cochrane.

Why Homeowners Choose Crew Electrical Services

Safety and code first. Straight routing, square devices, and a labeled panel you can actually read. Permits and inspections handled. Clear communication even when walls are open. A Calgary team that stands behind the work.