Arc faults are one of the leading causes of electrical fires in homes. At Affordable Electric, we install and upgrade Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) protection to help keep your family and property safe. Whether you’re building a new home, upgrading an older electrical system, or adding new circuits, we ensure your system meets code and provides advanced fire prevention.
An arc fault occurs when electricity jumps between damaged or loose wires, generating intense heat that can ignite surrounding materials. Common causes include:
Arc faults can go undetected for months — until they start a fire. That’s why AFCI protection is such a critical safety upgrade.
AFCIs monitor the electrical waveform in your circuits and detect the signature patterns of dangerous arcing. If an abnormal arc is detected, the AFCI automatically shuts down the circuit before a fire can start.
Unlike standard breakers, AFCIs are designed to distinguish between harmless arcs (like from a vacuum cleaner or light switch) and dangerous faults that pose a fire risk.
We install all major types of AFCI protection to suit your home’s specific needs:
Installed at the panel to protect entire branch circuits
Required by modern code, protects against both parallel and series arc faults
Located at the first outlet in a circuit for downstream protection
Replace standard breakers in your panel for full-circuit coverage
Ideal for areas needing protection from both fire and shock hazards
Per the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), AFCIs are required in most 120V, 15- and 20-amp branch circuits that supply outlets or devices in living spaces. This includes:
Certain areas like unfinished basements and garages may not require AFCI, but often need GFCI protection instead. Our electricians will ensure your system is code-compliant and up to date.
You may benefit from AFCI protection if:
AFCIs can also be integrated during a panel upgrade or rewiring project.
We’ve helped thousands of homeowners across the Twin Cities protect their families with smart electrical safety upgrades like AFCI and surge protection.
Don’t wait until a hidden wiring issue becomes a fire hazard. Affordable Electric makes AFCI upgrades fast, affordable, and stress-free.
Call 612-331-8658 (VOLT) or contact us online to schedule your evaluation today.
