If my service needs upgrading will the entire house have to be rewired?

Unless you live in a very old home with antiquated wiring, you probablt won't have to replace your existing electrical lines. However, if you require more electrical capacity in certain rooms, new wiring runs and additional outlets are likely to be needed.

Is there rust on the main electrical service panel?

Even permanent fixtures wear out or suffer the ravages of time. When rust appears on the metal service panel it often indicates amoisture problem or that deterioration has reach an advance stage.

Is the wiring in your outlet boxes old and crumbling?

If you look at the wiring to your home's light switches or outlets, do you find wires wrapped in cloth sheathing orbits of black rubber in the electrical box? Very old homes often have antiquated wiring that should be upgraded to ensure your safety.

Do your outlets not accept three-prong plugs ?

The third, or grounging, prong on a typical appliance plug provides an extra measure of safety against electrical shock. Older two-prong receptacle outlets, Installed in home before this innovation, may not be adequately grounded and should be upgraded.

Have you never upgraded your eletrical service?

If your home is over 25 years old, you could have an inadequate and possibly hazardous electrical system-and not even know it.To be safe, call in an electrician for a thorough inspection, and if necessary bring your home up to today's electrical code standards.

Are GFCI outlets installed where required?

The national Electrical Code now requires extra protection for outlets in specific area of the home, such as kitchen, baths, utility rooms, garages and outdoors Ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCI)- which are identifiable by their TEST and RESET buttons-are generally required in proximity to wet locations. If your wiring has not been upgraded with GFCIs you're not protected.

Do Electrical switches or outlets feel warm or tingly?

Loose or deteriorating electrical connections. such as the wiring junctions in switches and outlets, impede current flow and create resistance. This may create a dangerous condition that can result in shock or fire.