{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Loan Doctor Podcast","title":"Home Electrical Safety: Cloth Wiring, Bad Panels, Surge Protection, and What Buyers Need to Know","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/530912c2\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3095,"description":"In this episode of the Loan Doctor Podcast, Rich Brandt sits down with Lou and Ishmael of Boca Electrical Services for a practical conversation on the electrical issues homeowners, buyers, and sellers cannot afford to ignore.From cloth wiring and outdated electrical panels to GFCIs, surge protection, EV chargers, and backup battery systems, this episode explains the real safety concerns that can impact a home’s value, insurability, and overall protection.Lou and Ishmael share what they see every day in residential properties, including the most common red flags, the risks of outdated wiring, the dangers of improper DIY electrical work, and what homeowners should know before taking on renovations or buying a property.In this episode, we cover:What cloth wiring is and why it can become a major fire hazardWhy certain older electrical panels can create insurance and safety issuesHow GFCIs protect your home and when they should be replacedElectrical warning signs homeowners should never ignoreThe risks of aluminum wiring and aging electrical systemsWhy improper generator backfeeding is dangerous and what to do insteadHow surge protection helps protect appliances, electronics, and HVAC systemsWhat to know before installing an EV charger at homeWhy battery backup systems are becoming a smart option for homes and condosPool lighting, grounding, and other overlooked safety concernsIf you are buying, selling, renovating, or simply maintaining a home, this episode offers valuable insight from the team at Boca Electrical Services on how to spot electrical problems early and make smarter decisions.To learn more about Boca Electrical Services, visit bocaelectricalservices.com.To connect with the Brandt Lending Team, visit thebrandtlendingteam.com or call (954) 476-8223","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Qgx6zM5Sae5xrgeMYvb45-q-W0tFxQioud0hqcVkBHY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zZjZi/MDUwNDA0MjA0NjA4/ZTU3MmYyMmFiOGNk/NTExOC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}