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I know that the two sides of the service will very rarely be in exact
balance, but the 8 to 9 V difference seems somewhat high. Is this
considered within reasonable bounds, or should I have the power company
out? Or should I chase the wiring in the house further? When I moved
into the house 5+ years ago, most of the receptacles were original and
back-wired. I changed all of them that are regularly used for new spec
grade side-wired receptacles.

It is too high but I doubt the power co will help and they may cause you
more problems. I'd try to find a smart, honest electrician.

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