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Originally posted by snowman
Ok, I am an electronics engineer. .......
What you can do about it? If the installation isn't to old, sue the builder and make them fix it. Probably no longer an option.............
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Sure, sue a builder for a 30 year old installation, that was allowed by code at the time, probably inspected also. Don't stop there, why not sue the electrical contractor and the supply house, and the wire manufacturer?
Do you realize, as an electrical engineer, that aluminum wiring is still commonly used today? Not in the 15 & 20 amp receptacle/lighting circuits, but for sub panels, A/C compressors, and the service cables from the street. The issue isn't necessarily the wire, it is the connections. Even copper systems can use some maintenance. I have noticed that after 5-10 years, my screw connections on the circuit breakers and receptacles can take another 1/4 turn or so.
Here is a practical guide for repairs:
http://www.inspect-ny.com/aluminum/awrepair.htm
FWIW, I am both a 'Builder' and an 'Electrical Engineer'