Signs You Need This
- Your home was built between roughly 1965 and 1975
- Outlet or switch covers feel warm to the touch
- You notice flickering lights unrelated to a bulb issue
- A home inspection flagged aluminum wiring during a sale or refinance
- You smell a faint burning or plastic odor near outlets
What's Involved
Full rewiring isn't always necessary. In many cases, the accepted remediation method is installing approved connectors (commonly copper pigtails with anti-oxidant compound) at every aluminum-to-device connection point — outlets, switches, and fixtures — which addresses the specific failure point without opening up walls.
We inspect the affected circuits first, explain what we're finding in plain terms, and give you upfront pricing before starting. A licensed electrician performs the work start to finish.
This work is often required (or strongly recommended) by insurers and lenders on homes with known aluminum wiring — we can provide documentation of completed work for that purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does aluminum wiring mean I need a full rewire?
Not usually. Most homes just need approved connectors installed at each connection point, which is far less invasive than rewiring the whole house.
How do I know if my home has aluminum wiring?
It's most common in homes built roughly 1965-1975. We can confirm it during an inspection by checking the wiring at outlets and the panel.
Will my insurance company require this?
Some insurers ask for proof of remediation on homes with aluminum wiring. We can document the completed work for your records.