Residential Aluminum Wiring

Electrical problems due to aluminum wiring in residential homes are a growing concern for many homeowners who live in homes built between 1965 and 1973. It is not that the aluminum wire itself is a problem but the problem is when the aluminum wiring attaches at the receptacle such as a: Light Switch, Wall Plug, and Light Fixture.

When told that aluminum wiring is bad many home owners fear the worst, that they need to replace the wiring within the walls of their homes but that is simply just NOT the case. The Electrical Safety Authority has come up with guidelines that allow you to safely convert your aluminum wiring to copper using a process called Pig-Tailing.

This website has been created to help you find out all you need to know about solving this problem. This site is indented to provide you with information regarding residential aluminum wiring issues only. We do not provide electrical contracting services nor are we licensed electricians. The information provided on this site is to help you with this problem and at all times we recommend that you enlist the assistance of a licensed electrician prior to doing any modifications to your household wiring.