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Aluminum wiring risks in homes and warnings for pre1965 builds
The Consumer Product Safety Commission warns aluminum wired homes pose fire hazards from overheated connections. Sections cover pre 1965 builds, post 1965 aluminum usage, and signs of trouble like flickering lights, warm outlets, odors, melting components, sparking, and strange TV or radio interference. Only qualified electricians should inspect or repair aluminum wiring systems.
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Susan M. Gohs
Home Economist
Consumer Product Safety Commission
CPSC