Aluminum Wiring Electricians

Mitigate Fire Risks from Aluminum Wiring

If you own a home with aluminum wiring and are having electrical problems or thinking about making changes, it's really important to talk to a qualified electrician. Aluminum wiring was commonly used in older houses, but it's been linked to safety issues and fire risks. Because aluminum wiring can have problems like oxidation and expanding/contracting, it can lead to loose connections and maybe even a fire risk.

Nowadays, people often use copper wiring for better safety. A certified electrician knows how to check your electrical system thoroughly. The skilled team of electricians at Mister Sparky will look for signs of trouble, like overheating or loose connections caused by the aging of the aluminum components.

Once they figure out what's going on, they'll suggest solutions based on your specific situation. They will also replace electrical devices like outlets and switches with ones made for aluminum wiring. This helps make sure everything works well together and lowers the risk of issues from different materials being used.

Call our team of aluminum wiring repair and replacement electricians at (954) 716-8739. Our team is ready to take your call 24/7.

Should You Replace Aluminum Wiring?

Aluminum wire was popular in the 1960s and 1970s because of its weight, conductivity, and low cost. Though it has a bad reputation, aluminum wire is not always a fire risk if installed properly. Since aluminum shrinks and expands depending on the temperature, its connections to terminals can naturally loosen. Improperly secured aluminum wiring can loosen over time and cause sparks and overheating. The dangerous parts of aluminum wiring are at switches, outlets, and other terminals.

Is It Okay to Buy a House With Aluminum Wiring?

Electricians may not always need to replace aluminum wiring. However, if your home has aluminum wiring, you should always have it inspected by an electrician for safety. Since this type of wiring has the potential to be exceptionally dangerous, a pro should always be the one to inspect it. If you’re planning on selling your home soon, know that some home inspectors will no longer pass houses with aluminum wiring.

Aluminum Wiring Solutions

Converting to Copper Wiring

If your home has aluminum wiring, two options can help ensure that the wiring isn’t dangerous. The first and most obvious answer is a complete rewiring of your home. An electrician should use copper wire to replace aluminum because of its conductivity and stability. However, this process can be extensive.

Pig Tailing

When complete rewiring isn’t a viable solution, an electrician might suggest something known as pig tailing. Pig tailing describes the process of connecting the end of every aluminum wire in a home to a copper wire strand using a special wire connector. Pig tailing modernizes aluminum wiring enough to pass most local codes and inspections.

Call Our Aluminum Wiring Electricians Today

If your home is older and you’re uncertain if it has aluminum wiring, it probably does. Our team is ready to come to your home, inspect its wiring, and help you decide the best way to mitigate hazards from aluminum wires. We always consider your needs and budgets as we make your home’s electrical systems safer.

At Mister Sparky®, we’re proud of the service provided by our experienced electricians. Every member of our team receives training that follows the highest industry standards. Besides being expert electricians, we’re also friendly and courteous! We’ll show up on time, provide personable service, and back all our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Electrical work can be dangerous, so let our pros handle it for you!

We ready to answer your questions about aluminum wiring at (954) 716-8739. We take calls 24/7 for your convenience.

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Beyond professionalism. Steve Martin was amazing. Very informative, friendly and caring. Shows his passion for this type of work. I had an outlet in my garage that had gone bad and I had exhausted my efforts in fixing it. Mister Sparky of Pompano was the only repair service that took my call on a Sunday morning and did not have an outrageous price for an "emergency" fee. When Steve arrived he was very personable and did an excellent job. He not only found this issue but also upgraded two other areas on my house the outlet was connected to on the outside of my home. I would absolutely trust his assistance again. Excellent service!

- Dale Williams

Today November 19, 2024, I had Mr. Sparky come out and Technician Will Pierre responded to fix some lighting. Will did an awesome job and was very neat and courteous. He was attentive to my needs and requests and completed the work in a safe and clean manner. Thank you Will.

- Robert B

We recently had our 1949 home rewired by Will and his team from Mister Sparky, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. After a few bad experiences with other electricians, Will took the time to really understand our home. He was incredibly thorough, thoughtful, and, most importantly, RESPECTFUL throughout the process. His whole team was extremely careful with our possessions and our space, taking the time to understand our schedules and trying not to disturb them. All the employees wore foot coverings and cleaned extensively after each visit, leaving our home nearly spotless. While the cost was higher than some competitors, Will’s attention to detail and genuine concern for our safety made all the difference. The team was professional, tidy, and worked efficiently, which was especially important as my wife and I both work from home. They took the time to explain each step to us so we could understand exactly what was being installed and what its purpose was. We now have peace of mind with our new up-to-code wiring, and we’re so thankful for the entire crew. In our estimation, a person like Will should, at the very least, be a manager or own his company. We highly recommend Will and everyone on his team! If Eddie, Daniel, Jacob, Anthony, and Franger ever read this—thank you!

- Michael Mittermeier

This is our third time using Mister Sparky. Every time that they have come out to service our home, we have been very satisfied. Today, Francis Collins was no exception. He was knowledgeable, personable and had a great sense of humor. He answered all our questions and exhibited great patience. He made sure that we understood what needs to be fixed and gave us alternatives. We needed major electrical work. Thank you, Francis, we appreciate that you went over and beyond!

- O

Friendly, Knowledgeable, Professional. Francis Collins of Mister Sparky was the best person for the job and we thank him very much. Franger Quintero did an awesome job, very polite and has a positive outlook on life. I will welcome him back to do as much as I need done

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