We all know that aluminum electrical wiring in homes can lead to fires. Allow me to share a recent experience: I got a call from a Realtor who said her buyers were excited about this 1973 home. However, the home inspector discovered aluminum wiring in the electrical box. The homeowner reassured them, saying, “It’s okay,...Read More

Aluminum wiring was predominantly used in residential wiring between 1968 and 1975. This was particularly common in homes with unfinished basements where the main floor was wired with aluminum. As the homes were sold, owners eventually began developing the basements. They transitioned to the use of copper wiring. When you open an electric panel from...Read More