Is Your Home Hiding an Electrical Risk? How an Aluminum Wiring Check Can Protect Your Family

When you think about home safety, smoke detectors and locks probably come to mind—but what about the wiring behind your walls? Many Vancouver homes built in the 1960s and 1970s contain aluminum wiring, and while it might have seemed like a smart, budget-friendly choice back then, today it can be a hidden hazard.

A Quiet Danger Inside Your Walls

Aluminum wiring looks like any other wire, but it behaves differently from copper. Over time, it can loosen at connections, creating heat, sparks, or even the potential for a fire. The tricky part? It’s invisible until you know where to look. Many homeowners don’t even realize their home has aluminum wiring—and that’s where a professional inspection makes all the difference.

How Wicks Electric Can Help

During our 20-point electrical safety inspection, we carefully examine your home’s main panel and branch circuits for aluminum wiring. If we find any, we don’t just leave you with a warning. We recommend copper pigtails, a safe and effective solution that connects aluminum wiring to outlets and switches using special connectors. It’s a simple upgrade that improves safety without needing a full rewire.

Why It Matters

Taking care of aluminum wiring isn’t just about compliance—it’s about peace of mind. Imagine knowing that your home is safer for your family, that your outlets and switches are less likely to overheat, and that a hidden risk has been addressed before it becomes a problem.

Take the First Step Toward a Safer Home

Whether you’re moving into an older Vancouver home, renovating, or simply want to make sure your electrical system is up to standard, an aluminum wiring check is a smart first step.

Contact Wicks Electric today to book your 20-point electrical safety inspection. It’s a small investment for safety that can save big headaches—and protect the people who matter most.