Arguello Electric | Professional Electrical Services in New Orleans, LA

Closed-wall rewiring allows us to update your electrical system without cutting into or damaging your original plaster walls. This is particularly valuable in historic New Orleans homes where preserving architectural integrity is important. We use specialized techniques to run new wiring through existing channels, ensuring your home meets modern electrical standards while maintaining its historic character.

New Orleans' humidity and temperature fluctuations can accelerate deterioration of older wiring systems. As temperatures drop, brittle insulation on cloth-wire or knob-and-tube systems can crack, creating potential fire hazards. We recommend having these systems inspected regularly, especially before seasonal changes, to identify and address deterioration before it becomes dangerous.

Outdoor outlet corrosion and GFCI failures are common in our humid climate. For outdoor outlets, we check for moisture damage and install weather-resistant covers. For GFCI outlets, we test the ground fault protection mechanism and replace components if needed. Both issues should be addressed promptly since they affect safety. We can also install corrosion-resistant outlets designed for New Orleans conditions.