Why Replacing Your Plumbing Could Impact Your Electrical Safety
If your older home has had its plumbing pipes replaced, you might be missing a crucial safety feature—proper electrical grounding.

How Electrical Grounding Works
Electricity flows in a closed-loop system, meaning any power that enters your home must also have a path to return. The neutral wire usually carries this return flow, but the ground wire is a safety backup in case of a fault. Many older homes relied on metal plumbing pipes as part of the grounding system.

The Problem With Plastic Pipes
If your home was originally grounded to the metal plumbing, and those pipes were replaced with plastic, your home may no longer have a proper ground connection. Since plastic does not conduct electricity, it breaks the grounding loop, increasing the risk of electrical shocks or malfunctions.

How to Fix This Issue
The best solution is to install a dedicated ground rod, ensuring your home has a safe and reliable grounding system. A professional home inspection can identify if your home has a grounding issue and recommend solutions to keep your electrical system safe.

Get Your Electrical System Checked Today!
If you live in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Auburndale, or surrounding areas in Central Florida, contact Orgova Home Inspections to ensure your home’s electrical system is safe.

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