aluminum wiring

[jackcay]

does anybody know of a really good article (one i could print for customers) that describes the hazards of aluminum wiring in residences? i have been running into a lot of service calls where outlets have literally been burnt out inside the box. and i have been telling my customers about the dangers of alu wire. it would be a lot easier(and faster) to be able to give them a handout describing the dangers.

 

[charlie tuna]

Re: aluminum wiring

aluminum wire is still legal and listed in the code. most problems with aluminum wire failures is caused from improper installation or overloading---- from my expieriance!!!!!! i don't install it or recommend it --- but i don't like people being told it is going to burn their house down!