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The Annex contains some of Toronto's most architecturally significant Victorian and Edwardian homes — and some of its most complex electrical situations. Knob and tube wiring, 60-amp panels, and ungrounded outlets are the norm, not the exception. We connect you with ESA-licensed electricians who specialize in exactly this.
Heritage rewiring and panel upgrades for the large Victorian detached homes between Spadina and Bathurst.
Knob & tube replacement and 200A upgrades for Seaton Village's smaller semis and row houses.
EV charger installations and smart home electrical for renovated Annex properties with laneway access.
High-capacity electrical work for the large detached homes north of Dupont near the ravine.
The Annex's signature Victorian and Edwardian homes were built between 1880 and 1920 for Toronto's merchant class. These properties are large, architecturally detailed, and almost universally carry original knob and tube wiring — some supplemented by partial aluminum wiring in the 1960s and 70s, which creates its own insurance and safety complications.
The combination of original plaster ceilings, decorative moldings, and century-old joists makes The Annex some of the most technically demanding rewiring work in the city. Our electricians are experienced in the low-disruption approach these homes demand, preserving original details while bringing the electrical system fully up to ESA code.
Low-disruption, insurance-approved full rewire. ESA permit and inspection handled. Original trim preserved.
Co-alr connector retrofits or full replacement for homes with 1960s aluminum branch wiring.
Replace your original fuse panel or undersized breaker box. Toronto Hydro coordination handled.
Level 2 (240V) home charging for Annex driveways and laneways. Federal rebates available.
We'll connect you with a vetted The Annex electrician within 2 hours.
A The Annex electrician specialist will contact you within 2 hours.