dangerous electrical wiring in older homes.
Dangerous electrical wiring exists in the majority of pre-1950 homes in B.C., especially those with secondary suites, according to preliminary findings by a Vancouver company.I know a couple of people who bought houses in the last year that required re-wiring before they could be insured - depending on the size of the house this can run from around $15,000 and up - a good thing to be aware of and budget for when shopping for an older house.
Of 104 older homes inspected by last year by PowerSafe Inc., 60 per cent had electrical problems requiring immediate attention.
Hazards that could lead to a fire zoomed to 84 per cent in 30 homes with secondary suites, said Brian Cook, co-founder of the firm.
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