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About 50 years ago, aluminum was the go-to material when it came to wiring homes at the time. Once considered a safe and inexpensive alternative to copper, it’s been discovered that the metal has its fair share of issues. Being a softer metal, for example, it is prone to losing its shape due to repeated temperature changes. If the wiring becomes loose, it can cause arcing and becomes a fire hazard. From thermal sensitivity to rate of deterioration, there are many reasons why copper is a the better alternative.
Experts warn that electrical connections in a house with pre-1972 aluminum wire is 55x more likely to reach fire hazard conditions than with copper.
Although aluminum wiring hasn’t been used in homes for several decades, the material was never recalled or made illegal in Alberta, which means that many older homes may still contain aluminum wiring unless the home has been rewired. While it is recommended that you remove as much aluminum wiring as possible in your home, this is not always a practical solution unless you are doing major renovations in your home. Have questions about how aluminum wiring affects your home? Belleville Electric is here to help!
Signs of Aluminum Wiring
Not sure when the house you own was built or if it contains aluminum wiring? Finding an experienced and trusted electrician to inspect the wiring in your home can be a great way to gain peace of mind. At Belleville Electric, we’re ready to put our 30+ years of experience to work for you! Let our team of qualified electricians conduct an accurate and in-depth inspection of your home wiring, including whether or not aluminum wiring was installed and how safe your current electrical system is.
Not sure how to tell if you have aluminum wiring in your home? Here are some tell-tale signs:
Appliances don’t last as long as they should
Electric outlets and switches feel warm
Sizzling noise/burnt smell from the breaker panel
Frequent electrical breaker trips
Lightbulbs flicker and burn out quickly
Abnormal static that affects your computer, TV, or radio
A Cost-Effective Solution
Getting it Done Right
Looking to improve your home’s electrical system without breaking the bank? Let Belleville Electric help!
We offer an approved, safe, and cost-effective solution that does not require the rewiring or renovation of your home.
Because the dangers of aluminum wiring typically happen at terminal connections, we solve the issue by adding copper to the ends. With the proper use and combination of aluminum and copper connectors and approved anti-oxidizing compounds, we can help you regain your peace of mind without the blow to your savings. Contact us today and let our team of experts know how we can help!