{"id":62948,"date":"2024-09-09T10:57:47","date_gmt":"2024-09-09T10:57:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aaronsnew.wpenginepowered.com\/dallas\/?page_id=62948"},"modified":"2025-03-18T12:19:24","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T12:19:24","slug":"aluminum-wiring","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aaronselectricalservice.com\/dallas\/aluminum-wiring\/","title":{"rendered":"Reliable Aluminum Wiring Installation in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Copper wiring is the standard for most homes in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, but from the mid-1960s to about 1972, a copper shortage and higher prices lead to increased use of aluminum in branch circuits<\/a>. Aluminum wiring does not conduct quite as well as copper, and it tends to expand and contract more with temperature changes. Combined with poor termination practices, this can lead to increased resistance at the connections, overheating, and possible fires.<\/p>

If you are concerned about any aluminum wiring you may have in your Dallas home, talk to our experts at Aaron\u2019s Electrical Service. We can inspect your wiring<\/a>\u00a0and recommend the most cost-effective solutions for your needs, from aluminum wiring repairs to complete replacement of your aluminum wiring. Our company is locally owned and operated, and we feature skilled, licensed electricians, top-quality work at great prices, and a\u00a0lifetime warranty<\/a> on all our services. We serve the Dallas-Fort Worth area and beyond.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Make sure your home in the Dallas-Fort Worth area is as safe as possible with an aluminum wiring inspection from Aaron\u2019s Electrical Service. Call us at 281-719-0464<\/a><\/span> or\u00a0contact us online<\/a>\u00a0to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Aluminum wiring is about 30% less conductive than copper wiring, so to handle the same amount of current, it must be larger in diameter. It is also lighter and more flexible than copper, which means that it\u2019s easier to carry large spools of wire and easier to route the cable through wall cavities, ceilings, and other restrictive areas.<\/p>

The tensile of copper is lower, however, making it more prone to breaking. Plus, a thin layer of aluminum oxide will form over the bare conductor when exposed to air, which protects it from corrosion but increases the resistance at connections. Copper is typically the better choice for home wiring, as it is stronger, less prone to damage, and conducts better than aluminum, though it costs more.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The wiring itself is typically safe when sized correctly for the load, but it must be installed properly for long-term reliability and safety. Any loose connections could lead to overheating, melted insulation, and fires. Securing aluminum wires in steel terminals can damage the aluminum, leading to premature failure. And if the aluminum is subject to frequent temperature changes, it can expand and contract, causing the wires to loosen in the terminals. Finally, poorly secured aluminum wires can flex back and forth, causing metal fatigue and breaks in the wire.<\/p>

According to the\u00a0Consumer Product Safety Commission<\/a>, homes with aluminum wiring are 55 times more likely to have wiring connections at outlets that pose a fire hazard than those with copper wiring. Although aluminum wiring can be safe when properly installed, when there is a problem, it is unlikely that there will be any warning signs beforehand. That is why it is typically a good idea to repair or replace any aluminum wiring found in your home.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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When you need an expert electrician to\u00a0repair or replace the aluminum wiring<\/a> in your Dallas-Fort Worth home, turn to Aaron\u2019s Electrical Service. The cost of replacing aluminum wiring pays off in terms of safety and reliability for your home. We can repair existing aluminum wiring and make it safer by eliminating failure-prone connections at outlets<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0breakers<\/a>\u00a0with approved pigtail methods, or we can provide a full-home rewiring, replacing your aluminum wiring so that you can avoid future concerns.<\/p>

Call 281-719-0464<\/a> or contact us online<\/a>\u00a0to discuss your aluminum wiring repair or replacement options with our licensed electricians.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIf your home was built during the \u201960s or \u201970s, you may have aluminum wiring. Over time, aluminum wiring expands and contracts more than copper, leading to loose connections. Aluminum doesn\u2019t play well with others, so when exposed to oxygen or another metal and water, it becomes a poor conductor of electricity and can overheat. When this happens, you have some options for wiring repair or aluminum wiring remediation:\n