When Is an Electrical Inspection Required?

While most of our clients are currently in the market for a new home, anyone can take advantage of our affordable electrical inspection services.

If you’re undergoing renovations, it’s always a good idea to take a close look at your electrical system—the same goes for those looking to put their homes on the market. Simply put, there’s never a bad time to get your property inspected, because being informed of issues before they cause further damage always pays off.

Why Have an Electrical Panel Inspected Before You Buy a Home?

Do you have plans to add an electric sauna or a jacuzzi tub to your new home? When you’re planning to upgrade or add new appliances and fixtures, it’s essential to make sure your prospective new property has the electrical infrastructure to support your goals. Suppose the home’s current panel is already at or near capacity. In that case, you’ll need to upgrade to install and operate new amenities without running into barriers or electrical issues.

How Do You Know If a House Has Electrical Wiring Problems?

Detecting electrical problems in a house can be incredibly challenging without a professional inspection. Many electrical components—like wiring and breakers—are concealed within walls and ceilings, making them difficult to assess.

Even visible signs like flickering lights or tripped breakers can have multiple causes. This can make it hard for you to pinpoint underlying electrical issues and understand the costs of correcting them. Without specialized knowledge and equipment, you’re limited in your ability to uncover serious problems that could pose safety hazards or lead to costly repairs after you purchase the home.

When you hire us to perform an inspection, we check for the following:

How Do Electricians Check Wiring?

Our electrician checks the wiring in a property you’re considering buying by performing a visual inspection. Then, we use tools like multimeters and outlet testers to check outlets for proper voltage and grounding. We also use advanced equipment to check wiring and identify hot spots or outdated wiring materials. Then, we give you a detailed explanation of our findings and recommend affordable repair or replacement options.

Is Your New Home a Good Candidate for EV Charger Installation?

Do you drive an electric vehicle or have plans to purchase one soon? If so, you’ll want to factor this into which home you choose to buy. When you want to be able to plug your car in and give it a full charge from the comfort of your garage, it’s important to make sure the property you choose is equipped with the wiring and power capacity to achieve your goals.

When you hire us to perform your electrical inspection, we’ll examine the wiring, check electrical panel capacity, look at circuit breakers to ensure there’s space to install a dedicated circuit for your new EV charger, and make sure the incoming service line is up to the job of delivering additional power.

We’ll also check that electrical grounding and bonding systems are up to par to accommodate your plans to install an EV charger. Just let us know which type of electric vehicle charging station you’re considering, and we’ll explain the criteria that must be met to comply with building and safety codes and assess your potential new home to identify any challenges that may interfere with your plans.

We have extensive experience upgrading existing properties to meet strict electrical safety regulations. Don’t be afraid to invest in a property that needs some work. Our electricians will give you a clear picture of the costs involved so you can make informed home-buying decisions.

What to Expect from Your Inspection

With the latest in inspection technology, nothing escapes the careful eye of our skilled, certified electricians, no matter how out of sight it may be. The first step is to make an appointment with one of our specialists. From there, they will go over every part of the property’s electrical system, assessing its condition and noting any current or potential problem areas.

At the end of the inspection, you will receive a detailed report that covers what the inspector found, including a quote for any repairs that would need to be done in order to bring the electrical system up to code.

Reliable, Friendly Electrical Inspection Services

SDL Electric LLC started with aim of providing property owners with honest and straightforward assessments of their electrical systems. We are committed to accuracy at all times, and take the time to fully inspect a property in order to ensure that no detail escapes us.

What may appear to be a beautifully constructed home may have dozens of problems hidden behind walls, but without a thorough inspection you would never know. Electrical inspections are an essential step in any property purchase, and when they’re performed by the licensed electricians at SDL Electric LLC, you can place full confidence in the results.