Is Aluminum Wiring Still Safe for Homes

Kormannsalek43408213 Jan, 2023Business

Aluminum wiring was commonly used from 1965 to 1973, so if your home was built during that period, you might have it in your home, hiding behind the walls. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission found that those with aluminum wiring installed in their home have a 55 times higher chance of at least a single outlet reaching a fire hazard condition, including charred substances, electrical sparks, and hot receptacles, compared to homes without it. Before you think that an aluminum wire replacement might not be a big deal, it is. Instead, if you suspect or know for sure that the home you currently live in uses aluminum wiring, you would be better off connecting with a certified electrician at Zoom Electricians to quickly swap it out with more modern wiring.