Is aluminum wiring safe? | | Always | 12% | | In most cases | 12% | | In some cases | 56% | | Never | 18% | | | | | Question: Is aluminum wiring safe? Top Answer (56% of 16 votes): In some cases.
Answer: Never
Explanation: I do not believe so there's too much a fire risk | | Alltypes electric llc | Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Aluminum wiring was used in the early years of residential construction. I've been in homes that have aluminum wiring and they are still doing fine. The only issue is that aluminum wiring requires more maintenance since the heat cycles caused by electricity loosens connections more frequently than copper. | | Electrical Services Plus LLC | Answer: In some cases
Explanation: aluminum wiring has to have a paste applied to it to stop the wire form oxidizing along with devices rated for aluminum wiring. Personally I dislike aluminum wiring and will always consider copper instead. Aluminum wiring like triplex that utilities use is ok if properly terminated. | | D B Electric | | | ProMatcher | Answer: Always
Explanation: Aluminun wire is safe with the right termination. | | P A ELECTRICAL INC. | Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Copper is always better, but aluminum wiring can be made safer with Alumiconn connectors. It is considered safe for sevices | | Jove Electric |
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