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Aluminum wiring, common in many area homes built from the mid-1960s to the early 1970s, can be a significant fire hazard due to its tendency to loosen at connections and oxidize. This creates overheating risks. New Hartford Electric can perform a thorough electrical inspection to identify any compromised connections. We then provide safe, code-compliant remediation, which often involves installing special connectors (CO/ALR rated) or 'pigtailing' the aluminum wires with copper at all termination points to ensure a safe, stable connection and eliminate the hazard.

Yes, an overheating electrical panel is a serious and common issue in Winsted, often caused by outdated panels (like Federal Pacific or Zinsco), corrosion, or circuits being overloaded with modern appliances. A warm panel is a clear warning sign. Our licensed electricians will inspect your panel to diagnose the cause. The solution typically involves an electrical panel repair or, more commonly, a full panel upgrade to a modern, higher-capacity unit. This ensures safe operation, meets current electrical codes, and provides the capacity your home needs.

These services work together to modernize and safeguard your home's entire electrical system. An electrical panel upgrade replaces an old, potentially faulty panel that may contribute to overheating and provides a safe, robust foundation for your home's power. As part of this upgrade, we can also properly address any aluminum wiring connections at the panel using approved methods. Installing a backup generator with a proper transfer switch further protects your home by providing safe, alternate power during outages, reducing strain on your main panel and preventing potential damage from power surges when utility service is restored.