Aluminum branch wiring was widely installed in homes built between 1965 and 1975. Over time, connections loosen, oxidation builds, and the fire risk rises. When buyers, insurers, or local codes flag aluminum wiring, the first question is always cost. CountBricks specializes in transparent, AI-generated estimates that show homeowners exactly what a full replacement will require in dollars, time, and labor.
Even in similar neighborhoods, the price to rewire can vary by thousands. CountBricks’ AI engine weighs more than forty cost drivers, but the most influential include:
• Square footage and number of circuits
• Accessibility of walls, crawl spaces, and attic runs
• Panel capacity and need for service upgrades
• Local permit fees and inspection schedules
• Finish material restoration such as drywall patching and paint
Because our platform pulls real-time labor and material rates for your ZIP code, you never have to guess.
Full replacement means running new copper NM-B cable from the panel to every outlet, switch, and luminaire. Partial “pigtailing” only addresses the terminations. While pigtailing is cheaper upfront, most insurers now demand complete replacement to issue policies. CountBricks lets you compare both scopes inside your dashboard.
Older plaster walls, masonry chases, or custom trim can double labor hours. CountBricks’ voice-to-estimate walkthrough captures these details instantly. Simply describe your wall type and our AI adjusts labor line items on the fly.
Based on thousands of recent CountBricks residential projects:
• 1,200–1,800 sq ft ranch: $11,000 – $15,000
• 1,800–2,500 sq ft two-story: $15,500 – $23,000
• 2,500 sq ft and above or historic build: $24,000+
These figures include permits, copper cable, new receptacles, AFCI/GFCI protection where required, patch and paint allowances, and final inspection fees. Your personalized price may shift up or down once CountBricks maps exact circuit counts and accessibility.
1. Open the CountBricks mobile app or web portal.
2. Start a voice call and walk through each room while our AI records dimensions, outlet counts, and wall construction notes.
3. The software cross-checks current copper and device pricing from regional suppliers.
4. Labor hours are benchmarked against verified project data in your metro area.
5. A full estimate, materials list, and Gantt chart appear in minutes, ready for download or direct share with your preferred electrician.
• Bundle a service-panel upgrade or smart-home rough-in: shared labor equals lower total cost.
• Schedule during off-peak seasons: many crews lower rates in late winter.
• Opt for open-wall phases during other remodels: demolition already exposes wiring paths.
• Use CountBricks change-order tracking to avoid scope creep and surprise charges.
1. Accept your preferred estimate version inside the app.
2. CountBricks auto-generates permit drawings and uploads them to your local authority.
3. A verified electrician from the CountBricks Pro Network schedules rough-in.
4. You monitor progress and invoices in real time.
5. Once final inspection passes, CountBricks issues a digital close-out package for home-sale documentation.
Is aluminum wiring always dangerous?
Not every aluminum circuit fails, but statistics show a far higher chance of overheating compared to copper. Replacing removes that risk altogether.
Can I stay in the house during the project?
Most families can remain on site, though power may be off in sections for several hours. CountBricks schedules work to minimize disruption.
How long does a full replacement take?
An average 1,800 sq ft home completes in 5–7 working days, including patch and paint. Larger or historic homes may run two to three weeks.
Answer the cost question with precision. Start a free voice-enabled walkthrough today at CountBricks.com/services and watch your personalized estimate build itself in real time.
When the Walker family purchased a 1,650 sq ft split-level built in 1972, their insurer demanded a full aluminum-to-copper replacement within 60 days. Traditional bids ranged from $14,000 to $19,000—too broad to feel comfortable. The Walkers turned to CountBricks for clarity.
1. Virtual Walkthrough: A 25-minute voice call captured 102 outlets, two subpanels, and noted tight attic access.
2. AI Estimate: Within five minutes the platform produced a $13,850 projection including drywall repair and painting.
3. Permit & Scheduling: CountBricks auto-submitted drawings the same day. Approval arrived in 48 hours.
4. Execution: A CountBricks-verified electrician’s crew completed rough-in in four days and finish work in two, exactly matching the Gantt chart.
5. Final Cost: $13,720—within 1% of the original AI estimate.
• Live material feeds lowered copper cable allowances by catching a supplier discount the morning work began.
• The homeowner used CountBricks’ bundled drywall-paint option, saving 12% versus separate contractors.
• Change orders were processed instantly, preventing delays and additional inspection visits.
• Walk every closet and exterior outlet during the voice estimate—hidden circuits add up fast.
• Photograph panel labels and upload them; clear labeling reduces electrician hours.
• Ask CountBricks to model smart-switch rough-ins now, even if devices will be added later.
If you have a 1960s- or 1970s-era home, log in to CountBricks.com/consultation and schedule your free assessment. In under an hour you will know exactly how much to replace aluminum wiring, when it can be done, and how CountBricks will manage the entire process from estimate to final inspection.
