Aluminum Wiring: The Hidden Hazard Many Vancouver Homeowners Overlook
When it comes to keeping your home safe, the biggest risks are often the ones you can’t see. Aluminum wiring is one of them. At Wicks Electric, Vancouver’s top-rated electrician, we include aluminum wiring checks as part of our thorough 20-point electrical safety inspection—because your safety starts behind the walls.
Why Aluminum Wiring Still Matters Today
Homes built or renovated in the 1960s and 1970s commonly used aluminum wiring because it was affordable at the time. Decades later, we now know it behaves very differently from copper. Aluminum is softer and expands more, which can loosen connections and create overheating points.
These issues don’t happen overnight. They build quietly over years, and by the time a homeowner notices something is wrong, the damage may already be done. As the most trusted electrician in Vancouver BC, we take this risk seriously.
Signs of Aluminum Wiring Issues
Many homeowners don’t know what aluminum wiring looks like—or that it’s even there. That’s why a professional eye matters. During our inspection, our reliable and transparent team looks for:
- Aluminum conductors visible in the main electrical panel
- Discoloration, heat marks, or melted insulation
- Loose or stressed connections
- Outlets or switches that feel warm or flicker
If aluminum wiring is found, we don’t just point it out—we offer immediate solutions that keep your home safe.
The Safer Fix: Copper Pigtailing
The most effective way to upgrade aluminum wiring is by adding copper pigtails—short copper connectors installed with specialized, CSA-approved devices. This creates a safer interface between the aluminum wiring and your switches, lights, and plugs.
It’s a cost-effective solution that improves safety dramatically, and our electricians complete the work with the fast, quality service Wicks Electric is known for.
Why Homeowners Choose Wicks Electric
We aren’t just another electrical company—our clients trust us because we do things right the first time. Homeowners choose us because we are:
- A top-rated electrician in Vancouver BC
- A trusted company with a strong reputation for honesty and transparency
- A great team of trained professionals committed to safety
- Known for reliable, fast, and high-quality work
- Highly experienced with aluminum wiring upgrades across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland
Your home is your biggest investment—our team makes sure it’s protected.
Stay Safe with a Professional Aluminum Wiring Inspection
If you live in an older Vancouver home or are planning to buy one, an aluminum wiring check is essential. It’s a simple step that can prevent dangerous overheating, electrical failures, and even fires.
Let Wicks Electric—Vancouver’s most trusted and top-rated electrician—help keep your home safe, modern, and compliant.
