The type of wiring in residential homes generally depends on when the home was built, where it was built and if it has been updated. In many older homes, knob and tube type wiring was the norm. but replaced later in newer construction by today’s more common and safety-conscious plastic-sheathed wiring.
Often, newer electrical panels and updated wiring are good indications that a home has been maintained to code. Moreover, with today’s dependence upon so many electronic devices within every home, you’ll want to make sure that your home is adequately equipped to handle requirements for today’s comfortable living in this endlessly connected world. It is always a good idea to have any electrical work completed by a licensed professional. The investment will not only make your home a safer place to live, but will also pay dividends for you when it is time to sell.
To be ready when buyers visit your home, avoid using extension cords, outlet splitters or anything else that may suggest that your home is in need of electrical improvements. Reducing this type of electrical clutter will keep buyers focused on your home, and not its outlets!
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