Residential Electrical Wiring Marietta

Safe, Modern Power For Your Marietta Home

In the historic and established neighborhoods of Marietta, many homes possess a charm that modern builds can't replicate. However, that charm often hides a technical reality: electrical wiring that was never designed for the digital age. Whether your home relies on outdated knob-and-tube systems or the heat-sensitive aluminum wiring common in the 1970s, an aging electrical system is the leading cause of residential fires and "mystery" power failures.

At Lightning Bug Electric, we have spent over 25 years as Marietta’s trusted experts in . Led by a master electrician, our veteran-owned team specializes in bringing older properties up to the newly effective 2026 Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes. We understand the stress of a major home project, which is why we focus on precision, cleanliness, and clear communication. With an A+ Rating from the BBB, we ensure your home is as safe as it is functional.

If you suspect your system is outdated and need expert in , call us today at (404) 471-3847 or reach out online to schedule a comprehensive wiring audit.

Identifying High-Risk Wiring in Older Marietta Homes

Many Marietta homes built between 1950 and 1980 contain wiring materials that are now recognized as fire hazards. Aluminum wiring, once popular for its cost-effectiveness, expands and contracts significantly more than copper, leading to loose connections and overheating at outlets and switches. Similarly, pre-1950s knob-and-tube wiring lacks a grounding wire and relies on rubberized cloth insulation that becomes brittle and flakes away with age, exposing live conductors inside your walls.

Upgrading to a modern copper-based NM (Non-Metallic) cable system isn't just a convenience—it's a critical safety barrier. Modern wiring includes a dedicated grounding path that protects your family from accidental shocks and prevents power surges from destroying your smart home technology and appliances.

• Aluminum Remediation: We identify and replace high-risk aluminum branch circuits or provide code-compliant "pigtailing" to secure connections.
• Knob-and-Tube Removal: Our team carefully extracts outdated systems and replaces them with 2026-compliant grounded circuitry.
• Grounded Outlet Upgrades: We replace dangerous two-prong receptacles with three-prong, grounded outlets to protect your electronics.
• Insulation Safety: Unlike old cloth-insulated wires, modern PVC insulation is designed to last 50+ years without degrading.
• Capacity Enhancement: Rewiring allows us to increase the amperage to high-use rooms, ensuring your microwave and vacuum can run simultaneously.

By addressing these technical flaws, we eliminate the root cause of electrical heat buildup, giving you a home that is truly safe and ready for the next 40 years.

Our Professional Rewiring and Code-Compliance Process

A whole-home rewire is a surgical procedure for your electrical system. At Lightning Bug Electric, our master electrician-led technicians follow a rigorous process designed to minimize the impact on your Marietta home. We use advanced "fishing" techniques to run new wires through existing wall cavities, attics, and crawl spaces, which drastically reduces the need for drywall repairs.

Every project we undertake meets the strict 2026 Georgia Amendments to the 2023 National Electrical Code. This includes the mandatory installation of AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection in bedrooms and living areas, which can detect a dangerous spark before a fire even starts. We handle all the permitting with the City of Marietta and coordinate final inspections to ensure your home is fully certified.

1. We conduct a complete load analysis to determine the best circuit layout for your family’s specific power needs.
2. Our technicians safely decommission the old system while maintaining power to essential areas during the transition.
3. We pull high-quality, 2026-compliant copper conductors to every room, ensuring proper grounding throughout the house.
4. Our team installs new, code-compliant outlet boxes and switches, ensuring every connection is torqued to factory specs.
5. We upgrade the grounding rods and water pipe bonding outside your home to provide a superior path for surge protection.
6. We finalize the project with a "Clean-Up Guarantee," leaving your home as tidy as we found it.

We stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Our veteran-led discipline ensures your project stays on schedule and your home remains a safe sanctuary.

Protecting Your Investment: Insurance and Resale Value

In 2026, home insurance providers in Georgia are becoming increasingly strict about outdated electrical systems. Having aluminum wiring or an ungrounded system can lead to higher premiums or even a total denial of coverage. Similarly, a home inspection that flags outdated wiring can easily stall a sale or force you to accept a significantly lower offer.

Investing in a professional rewire by Lightning Bug Electric is one of the most effective ways to boost your Marietta home’s value and marketability. We provide the professional documentation and permit certifications that buyers, lenders, and insurers require. By modernizing your system now, you prevent the stress of a last-minute repair during a real estate transaction and enjoy the immediate benefits of a more reliable home.

• Insurance Compliance: We provide the "Statement of Condition" your insurer needs to keep your premiums low.
• Appraisal Boost: A modern, code-compliant electrical system is a major selling point in Marietta’s competitive market.
• Surge Protection Security: Modern wiring allows for whole-home surge protectors that shield your AC and appliances.
• Liability Reduction: Professional rewiring removes the legal liability of a known hazard in your home.

Don't wait for a flicker or a smell to tell you there’s a problem. Protect your home’s value and your family’s safety with a system built for 2026 and beyond.

Why Choose Us for Wiring & Rewiring in Marietta

For over 25 years, Lightning Bug Electric has been the local company Marietta families trust for integrity and expertise. We are a family-owned, veteran-operated business that believes in doing things the right way, without shortcuts. Our master electrician leadership ensures that even the most complex historic rewires are handled with technical perfection.

When you call us for your home projects, you are getting a team that values your trust:

• Master Electrician Leadership: High-level expertise guiding every diagnostic and installation project.
• 25+ Years of Local Service: We have rewired homes in every major Marietta subdivision, from modern estates to historic bungalows.
• A+ Rated Integrity: Our top rating from the BBB reflects our commitment to superior customer service and safety.
• Background Checked Staff: We only send the most professional and trustworthy electricians into your home.
• 2026 Code Experts: We stay at the forefront of Georgia’s changing safety standards so you don’t have to.

Let our team handle the dangerous work and complex permitting. We’ll rewire your home for safety and peace of mind so you can enjoy the "good life" in Marietta.

FAQs About Wiring & Rewiring in Marietta

How do I know if my house needs to be rewired?

Frequent breaker trips, flickering lights, discolored outlets, or a faint burning smell are all red flags. If your home was built before 1975 and has never been upgraded, a professional inspection is highly recommended.

Will you have to cut into my walls to rewire the house?

In most Marietta homes, we can "fish" wires through the attic, crawl space, or behind baseboards. While small access holes are sometimes necessary, we minimize drywall damage and often complete the job with very little evidence we were ever there.

Can I rewire my house one room at a time?

Yes, this is called "partial rewiring." While a whole-house rewire is more efficient, we can work with you to prioritize high-use areas like kitchens and laundry rooms as your budget allows.

Is aluminum wiring dangerous?

Aluminum wiring isn't inherently dangerous, but its connections are. Aluminum expands more than copper, which causes connections at outlets to loosen and "arc." We can either replace the wiring or use specialized "pigtailing" techniques to make it safe.

If you suspect your system is outdated and need expert in , call us today at (404) 471-3847 or reach out online to schedule your service.