WIRING UPGRADES IN SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Outdated wiring can pose serious safety hazards and if your home's electrical system is more than fifty years old, it's probably time for an upgrade. That old wiring system simply can't handle modern electrical demands increasing the risks of fire, electrocution, and significant damage to appliances and property.
Upgrading your wiring is not just a smart choice to ensure safety but a sensible home improvement investment that will bring your entire system in compliance with today's safety standards.
HOW OLD IS YOUR ELECTRICAL WIRING?
The older the home, the more likely it will require essential safety upgrades. So if your home was built when Dwight Eisenhower was president, electrical upgrades are all but mandatory in order to maintain code compliance with the National Electrical Code by improving safety and peak performance with reliable power at all times.
Does your home need a rewiring project or service panel upgrade? If your home was built in:
The 1950s
Yes, because systems from this era use knob and tube wiring which is now considered unsafe because it means you have ungrounded outlets in the home. As a result, that can make your home uninsurable and have a serious impact on your property value.
The 1960s
Yes, because electrical systems from this era typically use aluminum wiring and cloth insulation which dramatically increases fire hazards.
The 1970s
Yes, because systems from this era rely on aluminum branch wiring and if not properly remediated, exposes your home to a variety of safety hazards as this wiring contracts and expands more than copper wiring, which can result in overheating and unreliable power connections.
The 1980s
Maybe. It depends on whether or not your home's wiring is properly grounded. Amperage capacities from that era are much lower than today's modern wiring, so you may need to upgrade to meet your home's power demands
The 1990s
Maybe not, but it doesn't hurt to have the system checked from time to time to make sure your electrical panel is designed for modern electrical needs and all outlets are properly grounded.
HOW TO KNOW WHEN IT'S TIME TO UPGRADE YOUR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Have you experienced any of the following? If so, there are critical warning signs telling you to upgrade your home’s electrical system, no matter when it was built:
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Flickering lights
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Frequent circuit breaker trips or blown fuses
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Outlets or switch plates that are warm to the touch.
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Ungrounded (two-prong) outlets installed throughout the home.
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A limited number of available outlets
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Strange burning smells or humming sounds
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Inability to run multiple appliances at once without interruptions
Electrical upgrades are imperative for keeping your home safe and fully functional for supplying the electrical load necessary to support your smart devices and energy efficient appliances.
ESSENTIAL SAFETY UPGRADES AND ELECTRICAL PREPAREDNESS FOR YOUR ENTIRE HOUSE
At Epic Electric, our licensed electricians provide a wide range of services to transform your outdated wiring into a modern electrical system.
SCHEDULE YOUR EPIC ELECTRIC UPGRADE TODAY
Don’t let your home’s old and outdated electrical system compromise the safety and functionality of your home. The longer you put it off, the higher the risk of a problem making the project more complicated and more expensive to fix. Epic Electric can perform the wiring upgrades and updates to protect your property, your loved ones, and boost performance to bring your electrical system into the 21st century.
Contact Us to schedule an inspection or request a complimentary quote for your next electrical project. We're here to help you upgrade your home’s electrical system and deliver epic results you can rely on.
