We need a lot more electricians
Something to keep in mind is that most homes, if they haven&#x27;t been constructed within the last 10 years, likely have some non-compliance with the current electrical code. For instance, I needed to install an exterior disconnect which wound up costing me more than a thousand dollars on top of the existing electrical work I needed done. The electrician also needed to replace my existing ground wires because they are supposed to be cables sheathed in green. The electrician also had to disconnect all of the wires from the circuit breaker in order to replace a plastic joint and replace it with a galvanized one.<p>I understand that these regulations exist in the name of safety, just be aware that any electrical updates to your home will likely involve a lot more work than you initially think. Depending on what you are getting done, the inspector may need to recheck your entire home. And, you&#x27;re probably going to scoff at a good number of the required changes.<p>Context Edit: I&#x27;m located in Texas, and I ultimately had to have the electrical panel replaced entirely because there was a safety recall associated with it. Even after the replacement was complete the electrician had to come back and redo the wiring connections because the inspector said the PVC joint at the top of the box had to be metal instead.<p>When I first saw the estimate I made sure to shop around and to get multiple quotes in order to make sure I wasn&#x27;t being taken advantage of. Thankfully, there were a few things I was able to remain grandfathered in for.<p>Update: I now know that &quot;fuse box&quot; is not a synonym for &quot;circuit breaker&quot;.