Aluminum wiring replacement in Mount Arlington
There are two accepted fixes. One is to rewire with copper. The other is to treat every connection in the house with a connector made for joining aluminum to copper, then fit new devices on short copper leads. We check each outlet, switch, fixture and junction box, because one missed connection defeats the purpose.
People in Mount Arlington ask for this in different ways: aluminum to copper pigtailing, aluminum wiring remediation and aluminum wiring repair, or simply “aluminum wiring replacement near me”. It is all work we do, and one call to (888) 633-7804 covers it.
What is included
- Identification of aluminum branch circuits
- Full copper rewiring where that is the better choice
- Listed aluminum-to-copper connectors at every device
- New receptacles and switches
- Panel connections checked and corrected
- Documentation for insurers and buyers
Do you need aluminum wiring replacement? Four signs
- Warm cover plates or a smell of hot plastic
- Flickering lights with no other explanation
- Cable marked AL or ALUMINUM in the attic or basement
- The house was built between 1965 and 1973
Not sure if this is what you need? Call (888) 633-7804, tell us what is happening in your Mount Arlington home or business, and we will point you to the right service.
From first call to finished job
- We visit the property in Mount Arlington, look at the existing equipment and run a load calculation.
- You get a written, itemized price.
- We file for the permit and schedule the utility where the job needs it.
- We do the work in planned stages so you are without power as little as possible.
- The job is inspected, and we walk you through the finished work.
Aluminum wiring replacement cost in Mount Arlington
Aluminum wiring repair cost in Mount Arlington depends on the number of devices and whether you choose connector repairs or a copper rewire. We count the connections and price both if you want to compare.
Aluminum to copper pigtailing near Hopatcong and Landing
Mount Arlington is in Morris County, and our crews are in the area most days. If you are just outside town, we also work in Hopatcong, Landing, Lake Hopatcong and Wharton. Here we cover ZIP code 07856.
Morris County has everything from 1800s farmhouses to lake cottages that became year-round homes. Around Mount Arlington we often find a service that was sized for a much smaller house still feeding electric heat, a hot tub and a finished basement. Upgrading the service and adding proper circuits is routine work for us out here.
Searching for “aluminum wiring remediation near me” from Mount Arlington? You have found a local crew. Call (888) 633-7804.
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Aluminum wiring replacement in Mount Arlington: common questions
Is aluminum wiring dangerous?
The risk is at the connections, which can loosen and overheat over time. Properly repaired, the system can stay in service.
Do I need to rewire the whole house?
Not always. Approved connector repairs at every connection are a recognized permanent fix.
Is the thick aluminum cable to my range or panel a problem?
No. Larger aluminum feeders are standard and still used today. The concern is the small branch circuits.
Do I need a permit for electrical work in Mount Arlington?
New circuits, panel changes and service work generally need a permit from the local construction office. Simple like-for-like replacements usually do not. We tell you when your job needs one.
How do I book an electrician in Mount Arlington?
Call (888) 633-7804. Tell us what is happening and we will set a time.