New Construction Wiring

Ideally during the design phase — we'll review the electrical plan for code compliance, future-proofing, and panel sizing. If you're already past that, engage us before framing is complete so we can do rough-in immediately after. Coming in later is fine but means we're working around already-installed insulation, plumbing, and HVAC — not impossible, just slower and more expensive.

A typical new-construction electrical budget runs $8-$15 per square foot of finished space, plus $3,000-$8,000 for the service entry and panel. A 2,500 sq ft home runs roughly $25,000-$50,000 all-in for electrical including service, panel, rough-in, trim, devices, fixtures, and inspections. EV-charger-ready and solar-ready provisions add $500-$2,500 depending on scope. Custom premium features (whole-home automation, premium device finishes) add more.

Both. We're happy to subcontract under a GC who has the master contract with you, or to work directly as your electrical contractor in a multi-trade build. GC coordination is straightforward — we follow the project schedule, attend the OAC meetings if useful, and submit per the contract structure.

At minimum: a dedicated 50A or 60A 240V circuit run from the panel to a NEMA 14-50 outlet in the garage. Better: pre-pull a 1" conduit from the panel to two garage locations so you can add Wall Connectors later without opening walls. Best: actually install the Wall Connectors during construction. Cost difference between "ready" and "installed" is $500-$1,500 per charger.

Rough-in is typically 1-2 weeks of working time for a 2,500-3,500 sq ft home. After rough-in inspection passes, the project waits while drywall, paint, flooring, and millwork happen — usually 4-8 weeks. Trim and final-inspection takes another 1-2 weeks. Total electrical-active time on the project: roughly 3-4 weeks spread across 3-4 months of construction.