When Should I Change Old Electrical Wiring
It is time to think about replacing old electrical wiring in the home if your house is 40 or more years old. Even though your appliances and devices seem to work without any apparent issues, exposed wires or frayed insulation materials warrant an immanent inspection. The certified electricians at Mister Sparky Electrician Houston will check to make sure your wiring meets or exceeds current local and/or national codes.
Mister Sparky Electrician’s perform a safety inspection with every electrical service call. Home safety is a top priority at Mister Sparky Electrician Houston, and we take our job to protect homeowners very seriously. Electrical wiring is the number one cause of house fires, and we work hard to keep your home protected and up to code standards.
You have worked hard for your home and all the irreplaceable belongings in it. A home fire can often get out of control quickly and cause a total loss of the property in an instant. The expert electricians at Mister Sparky, make it their duty to ensure your family and belongings are safe from electrical dangers for generations to come.
Faulty electrical wiring in your home is a hidden and ever present dangerous situation. Electrical wiring problems can be hidden, just out of sight behind outlets, leaving you clueless to the potential accident waiting to happen.
According to the National Fire Data Center, approximately 25,900 electrical fires occurred in residential buildings in a two year period. To avoid the possibility of your home being at risk for these alarming statistics, simply contact Mister Sparky Houston for a professional safety inspection.
Here are some examples of electrical problems requiring professional attention.
- Limited wall receptacles requiring excessive use of extension cords
- An insufficient breaker panel
- Outdated breakers
- Loose connections
Pay special attention to warning signs indicating you may be experiencing electrical issues in your home. If you smell a burnt odor near an outlet, electric stove, television or any electrical device, your home could be in danger of a potential electrical danger. Fuses that often blow out in your home are another red flag occurrence signaling potential electrical problems.
If your home still has an old-fashioned fuse box, Mister Sparky recommends you replace it with a modern circuit breaker panel. An updated circuit breaker system is more efficient and will provide a more adequate amount of electricity to meet the demands of your contemporary electrical load.
Other Warning Signs of Potential Electrical Danger include:
- Lights that constantly flicker
- Tingling fingers every time you touch your kitchen range or other appliances
- Outdated two-prong electrical outlets
- Damaged switches
- Exposed electrical cables
- Unprotected wire connections
Questions about Aluminum Wiring
The most common material used in homes since the early 1900’s is aluminum wiring. Many homes built in the 1970’s and earlier are often at risk for fire due to improperly installed or old electrical wiring. Aluminum wiring has a typical life expectancy of about 30 years. It is sometimes a danger because the wiring warms up as current is running through it. Connections between devices or aluminum wire splices can cause enough heat to melt and potentially catch fire.
If you suspect your home still has its original electrical wiring or you experience any signs of electrical issues, call Mister Sparky Electrician Houston for an in-home safety inspection. We have Houston electricians that are trained to identify any wiring problems, and we always provide written, straight-forward pricing with any repair recommendations.
Mister Sparky Electrician Houston has been servicing Houston, Katy, Spring and all surrounding towns around the Greater Houston area for over 17 years. We hire the best skilled and most frequently trained electricians in our community. We pride ourselves on truly valuing our customers and your time. You can now reach us for an appointment via text, phone or request service on our website home page! Let us know how we can help your family today.
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We’re Here Whenever You Need Us
“We’re on time you’ll see or your electrical repair is free”. We back our superior electrical service with not only integrity, transparency, and dependability, but also our On Time Guarantee. We understand your time is valuable which is why we guarantee we will be there when you call.
When you need expert electrician services in Houston or surrounding areas, just give us a call at 281-907-8418 or click here to book your appointment online so we can send a Mister Sparky technician to help you as soon as possible.
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The Respect you Deserve
Our technicians understand the value of being neat and considerate while working in your personal space, which is reflected in how we leave your home after solving eletrical issues.
Mister Sparky protects your home while he’s working: he slips on shoe covers (“floor savers”) and will even go the extra mile and roll out a red carpet to protect your flooring from dirt, scuffing, and scratches. Work completed, he vacuums the area to ensure that he leaves your home as clean or cleaner, than he found it.
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The Mister Sparky Standard
Because of Mister Sparky’s commitment to excellent service, we believe in hiring only the most professional and knowledgeable Houston Electricians. This means that in addition to technical excellence, all Mister Sparky electricians must uphold our Starched White Shirt standard for conduct and professionalism.
You can easily recognize a Mister Sparky electrician by his clean-cut, freshly shaven appearance and his signature starched white shirt and gray pants.