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Question:

I have aluminum wiring in about 60% of my house. What is the best approach in providing a safe environment against electrical fires. We are thinking about rewiring the entire house. Is this necessary?

Answer:

You should have to do nothing of the sort. You might though, have a qualifed electrician in there on a regular basis (he'll tell you how often) and have the circuitry checked and verified as trouble-free.

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Remember, even if you don’t do your own work around the house have to hire someone, you put yourself at a great advantage when you can intelligently discuss a project with the various trades people.

"Ren’s Ren-O-Vations Tips"
is a monthly journal that talks everything to do with HOME OWNERSHIP & MAINTANENCE.

It is sent out in time to have it in your mailbox or on your computer by the 20th of the month – every month.

To order, simply send a cheque or money order to:
Ren,
P.O. Box 9411,
Ottawa, Ontario,
K1G 3V1

E-mail – 12 issues (1 yr.) $17.95.
Regular mail – 12 issues (1 yr.) $33.95.
(subject to change without notice)
Credit card companies take a cut from payments so we are not credit card friendly - can't justify it.
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Be My Valentine, Easter, Christmas, Mothers’ Day, Fathers' Day, Birthday, Wedding, Congratulations New Home Owner(s), Thinking Of you,
Good neighbour
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