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Are You Up to Code

You probably don’t even realize it when you’re brewing coffee or charging your devices but electricity is a pretty big part of our lives. That’s why it’s important to make sure your electrical wiring is up to code. Electrical standards are continuously evolving. Like what was considered safe and standard 10-20 years ago won’t meet today's modern code. Advancement is a good thing because it makes electricity in your home safer and more reliable. So now it’s time for the burning question, how long has it been since you last had the wiring in your home updated?

Telltale Signs Your Electrical Setup Might Be Outdated

Circuit Breaker Tripping: If using the microwave and the toaster at the same time trips the breaker, your panel is telling you it’s overloaded and ready for an upgrade!

Two-Prong Ungrounded Outlets: Missing that third round hole on your wall outlets? Two-prong outlets don’t have a ground wire, which is essential for protecting sensitive electronics and preventing electrical shocks.

Missing GFCI Outlets Near Water: Modern building codes require Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlets anywhere moisture is present—like kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoors—to prevent shock hazards instantly.

Flickering or Dimming Lights: If your living room lights dim slightly whenever the air conditioner or refrigerator kicks in, your wiring may be struggling to keep up with electrical demand.

Green Frontier Electric Gets You Up-To-Date and Gives You Peace-of-Mind

If your home still relies on outdated knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring, our team provides complete or partial rewiring. We use modern insulated copper wiring which is made for high-demand devices. We also eliminate risk in wet areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and your outdoor spaces by installing fast-acting GFCI outlets to meet current safety guidelines.

And for those homes struggling with old 60-amp or 100-amp electrical panels, we offer breaker panel upgrades to reach the modern 200-amp minimum required for today’s household loads. Finally, we enhance your overall home safety by retrofitting your panel with advanced Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) technology, which actively detects dangerous sparking to stop electrical fires before they start.

Ready to Supercharge Your Home's Safety?

Upgrading your home’s electrical system doesn't have to be overwhelming or complicated. With the certified, friendly experts at Green Frontier Electric on your side, keeping your home safe, reliable, and fully up to code is as easy as flipping a switch.

By Green Frontier Electric Staff 10-1-2026