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how do i replace aluminium wire in the house..?

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  • 2 decades ago
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    Itv is better to ask an electrician this is because he know much better what the regulations say.

  • 2 decades ago

    Presumably you are doing this to alleviate the increased fire hazard from Al wiring. A few things to note:

    - Al wire is not dangerous--it is the connections that oxidize and get hot that are

    - thicker Al wire connections (#10 and lower) are not considered dangerous, but this logic escapes me as they are subject to the same oxidation and heating as smaller wires

    - Al wire was required to be stapled to the studs every so often, which means pulling it through could be *extremely* difficult if not impossible

    So, pull wiring where you can, especially if you are remodelling.

    Where you can't, consider hiring someone to do the COPALUM connectors or doing the Scotchlock connections yourself.

    Source(s): Fellow Al wiring homeowner
  • 2 decades ago

    You should definately contact a licensed electrician to rewire your home! With todays requirements and regulations, compounded with the current presence of aluminum wiring a reputable licensed electrician is definately the correct course of action.

    Source(s): Abatis Home Inspections,LLC
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    4 years ago

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  • 2 decades ago

    You have to pull the new wire through using the old wire.

  • Anonymous
    2 decades ago

    Yes, get an electrition and do it. Aluminum wire is very dangerous.

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