Scherer Electric Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Rewiring’

Older Wiring in Homes: Aluminum Wiring

Monday, February 26th, 2024
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In the ever-evolving landscape of home construction, the history of wiring materials has witnessed various shifts. One such phase introduced aluminum wiring as a cost-effective alternative in the mid-20th century. While it had its advantages at the time, the use of aluminum wiring in homes has become a concern in recent years due to safety issues. 

We’re going to look into the rise of aluminum wiring, the problems associated with it today, and why homeowners should consider professional assessment and rewiring if their homes may have outdated wiring. Our experienced and licensed professionals as the technicians you can count for your electrical wiring in Buffalo, NY.

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The Importance of Regular Electrical Inspections: Avoiding Wiring Hazards

Monday, January 1st, 2024
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Your home is your sanctuary, a place where you and your loved ones should feel safe and secure. However, lurking within the walls of your home are potential dangers that often go unnoticed until it’s too late—electrical hazards. Electrical fires, shocks, and property damage can all result from neglected electrical systems. This is why regular electrical inspections are crucial for maintaining a safe and hazard-free living environment. In this post, we’ll explore the significance of these inspections and how they help you avoid issues with your electrical wiring in Orchard Park, NY.

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What Does It Mean for Your Electrical System to be “Up to Code”?

Monday, December 4th, 2023
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When it comes to the electrical systems in our homes, the phrase “up to code” is often thrown around. But what exactly does it mean for your electrical system to be “up to code,” and why is it so crucial? In this blog post, we’ll explain the basics of the National Electrical Code (NEC), explore how it works on a local level, and help you understand why having a licensed electrician in Amherst, NY is essential for keeping your home compliant.

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How to Tell Your Home Has Outdated Wiring

Monday, October 9th, 2023
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Because we live in an area with many vintage older homes, it’s essential for residents to pay attention to the heartbeat of their houses: the electrical wiring. If your home has weathered more than four decades, it’s time to consider the condition of its wiring. Outdated electrical systems can pose serious risks, from potential fire hazards to compromising the safety of your family. This guide will walk you through the signs of outdated wiring and when it’s prudent to contemplate an upgrade, which may require whole-house rewiring in some cases.

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5 Signs of Electrical Wiring Problems You Shouldn’t Ignore

Monday, September 11th, 2023
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Small electrical problems may seem like nuisances, but they often point toward much larger issues with a home’s wiring. Damaged or aging wires can lead to major emergencies like fires if they aren’t addressed. If you have wiring trouble in your house, it’s critical to have the problem addressed right away—and not as a DIY project! You’ll need professional electricians to come to your house to examine the wiring, identify the problem, and have it safely repaired.

If you notice any of the warning signs of wire trouble below, call our licensed electricians for electrical repair in Orchard Park, NY that will ensure your house stays safe and stays powered.

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What Types of Wiring and Electrical Panels Are Outdated?

Monday, December 19th, 2022
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Residential electrical technology continues to march forward, and that means out of date older systems. In many cases, you won’t need to worry about technology in your house that’s a couple of years old. But you may need to worry about technology that’s several decades old!

We’re going to look at four outdated types of wiring and electrical panels we find in many homes. We recommend our customers have these replaced or updated.  

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Outdated Wiring Systems We Recommend Changing

Monday, July 18th, 2022
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We offer many important services to upgrade the electrical systems of homes throughout Western New York. Since the area has so many vintage homes, there’s a large number of houses with wiring decades out of date. Not only do these antiquated wiring systems have trouble handling modern electrical loads, they can create fire hazards.

If you have a home built before 1980, we recommend contacting our electricians to inspect your house and see if you need electrical wiring and rewiring in Depew, NY. 

There are two specific cases of outdated wiring common in New York that we recommend fully upgrading: aluminum wiring and knob-and-tube wiring.

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Summer Electrical Problems You May Encounter

Monday, June 7th, 2021
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Summer is approaching, and we can almost guarantee it will be a more enjoyable one than last year! But summer brings with it some major electrical challenges for a home. Households use enormous amounts of electricity during summer. For some homes, such as those that rely on gas-powered heaters, summer may have higher electricity use than winter—and the hotter the summer, the more electricity consumption rises. 

We’re experienced with dealing with summer electrical problems. Below we’ve listed a few of the most common electrical troubles you may run into this summer. 

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The Story of the Vintage Home and The Bad Wiring

Monday, September 14th, 2020
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We haven’t written the end of this story yet, and we’re hoping to give it a happy ending. If you live in the vintage house and it’s the one with the bad wiring, you can write the upbeat ending yourself by calling us to help you with vital Clarence, NY electrician services.

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How Long Will My Home’s Electrical Wiring Last?

Monday, August 3rd, 2020
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A home has two hard-working “circulatory systems,” plumbing and electrical. Because both are mostly hidden from view even as they do essential work, it’s easy for a homeowner to dismiss them as something that will last as long as the house does.

But that’s not the case. When it comes to electrical wiring in Orchard Park, NY, you do need to have concerns about the age of the wiring. Not just for as long as you’ve been in the house, but for as long as the wiring has been in the house, period. If you live in a vintage home and the wiring has never had an update, it’s important to know about how long the wiring can expect to endure.

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