Upgrading Old Electrical Equipment
If your home is 30-40 years old or older, you should have your electrical system inspected on a regular basis to ensure it is as safe as possible. If you see signs of wear, such as the jacket surrounding any home wiring cables looking like they are drying out, call Randy’s Electric immediately.
Many older homes still have the original metal box that once housed their fuses. In many instances, these fuses have been replaced with circuits spliced into the old box. If you see that your wire connections use ceramic wire nuts, that is a sign this replacement was performed many years ago.
We’ve seen homes with wiring that is at least 100 years old—this is obviously very scary from our perspective and indicates a home that is in dire need of a wiring upgrade and possibly additional electrical repair services.
If your home’s wiring is this old, there are many insurance companies that won’t cover you without a thorough upgrade. Don’t hesitate to call the pros with Randy’s Electric before it’s too late. It is your responsibility to make sure your home’s electrical system is as up to date as possible.