From the 1950s to the mid-1970s, many construction companies used aluminum as their choice of wiring material to keep costs down. Today, we now know that aluminum wiring is a major fire risk, as it can overheat and catch fire at certain temperatures.
Therefore, federal and state electrical codes mandate homeowners and businesses to complete aluminum wiring remediation to save lives and properties.
At Elegant Electrical, we are proud to be the top choice for aluminum wiring remediation and hazardous wiring removal services in St. Louis County and St. Charles County, MO. Call us today to find out how we can make your property safer with our electrical safety upgrades.
We follow three electrical wiring renovation methods approved by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to address the dangers associated with aluminum wiring.
This is the safest and most comprehensive approach to the problem. Rewiring your home with copper eliminates the risks of aluminum wiring for good. However, it’s a labor-intensive project that can take up to four days to complete.
With this method, we connect a short section of copper wire to the existing aluminum wire using a special crimp connector. This method is widely recognized as a safe and effective alternative to completely rewiring your home.
The method involves the use of a torque screwdrivers to create a secure connection between aluminum wires and copper pigtails. It’s another good alternative to aluminum wiring replacement.
However, it may not be the best choice if your connection features wire connectors with anti-oxidation properties. You also need to confirm from your insurance company before going ahead as some of them don’t approve of this method.
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