Triplex Electric LTD
Aluminum Wiring Repairs & Replacement
Is Your Home’s Aluminum Wiring a Hidden Danger?
Many Kelowna-area homes built during the 1960s-70s contain aluminum wiring that can pose serious fire risks. Triplex Electric can help with BC-approved electrical retrofits to bring your electrical system up to modern safety standards.
Understanding the Risks
Why Aluminum Wiring is Hazardous
- Expansion/Contraction: Leads to loose connections over time
- Oxidation: Creates resistance and heat buildup
- Fire Statistics: Homes with aluminum wiring are 55x more likely to have connection failures
Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
- Warm or discolored outlets/switches
- Frequent bulb burnouts
- Intermittent power in rooms
- Flickering lights without explanation
Triplex Electric’s Proven Solutions
COPALUM Crimp Connector Repairs
- BC Safety Authority-approved method
- Copper pigtail connections at all devices
- Minimal wall disruption
Complete Rewiring
- Full replacement with copper wiring
- Updated circuit breaker panel
- Includes drywall repair coordination
Targeted High-Risk Repairs
- Service panel connections
- Lighting circuit corrections
- Appliance circuit upgrades
Take Action Before It’s Urgent
24/7 Emergency Service: (246) 462-3523