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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Beefer518, post: 3033520, member: 87737&quot;]The problem was that when outlets, switches, and breaker boxes were installed, the electricians treated the Al like it was CU. The crimping and bending that they were accustomed to doing on CU wire caused resistance in the Al wiring, and it would heat up. Add in vibrations/movement (wear) from use, folks replacing fuses, switches, and outlets, and the resistance of the wiring because of the reduced size at bends, twists, etc., would cause overheating, and possible fire.</p><p><br /></p><p>The fix is a pig-tail connector modification at all the junctions/connections. </p><p><br /></p><p>Lots of folks are under the misconception that you can&#039;t get insurance, or the house needs to be completely re-wired if there is Al wiring. Both of those are untrue.</p><p><br /></p><p>I was a home inspector for many years, and while I may be a bit rusty now, that&#039;s the basics of the issues with AL wiring. Yes, I would buy a house with AL wiring.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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