From the Ground Up – Safe, Scalable Wiring for Your Project
Introduction:
Building a new home or adding onto your current one? You need a skilled electrician to plan and install the wiring. J. Malcolm Electric partners with homeowners and builders for new construction wiring, additions, and major renovation projects. We design electrical systems that are safe, efficient, and flexible for future needs – all while adhering strictly to code.
Services Provided:
Our wiring services include: drafting electrical plans (laying out outlets, switches, lighting, appliance circuits, etc.), rough-in wiring (running cables through studs before walls are closed), service panel installation or upgrades to support the new circuits, and finish work (installing receptacles, fixtures, cover plates, etc.). We also handle specialty wiring: HVAC connections, dedicated circuits for kitchens or workshops, outdoor wiring for garages or pools, and more.
Collaboration:
We frequently work in tandem with general contractors, architects, and other trades. If you’re a homeowner GC-ing your project, we’ll communicate clearly about scheduling and requirements (for instance, when to install wiring relative to plumbing or HVAC). Our experience with historic homes means we can carefully upgrade old wiring during renovations (such as replacing knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring) while minimizing damage to plaster or original structure
Code Compliance & Safety:
Safety is non-negotiable. All wiring is done to meet or exceed the latest NEC codes. We obtain electrical permits and schedule inspections at required milestones (rough and final) to ensure everything passes official scrutiny. If your project involves energy code or green building requirements, we can implement solutions like LED lighting, occupancy sensors, and EV-ready garages to help meet those goals
Local Insight:
We bring local expertise – familiar with Massachusetts building codes and common practices. For example, we know the specific electrical requirements for additions in towns like Needham or Wayland (which can have their own amendments or inspection preferences). We also navigate any necessary coordination with local utility companies when upgrading service for a larger home.
Planning a project? Let’s talk about the electrical plan.
We’re happy to review blueprints or discuss your renovation goals and provide a detailed quote for the electrical work. With J. Malcolm Electric, you get a partner who ensures the lights turn on in your new space – on time and on budget.