There are many scenarios, in which, it is obvious that you need to hire an electrician but what about a regular inspection? How often should you have a licensed electrician inspect your electrical system?
After a storm- You should take precautions if…..
-If your home has been flooded and electrical power outlets, wiring or any other parts of your electrical system have gotten wet.
-If any of your electrical appliances were affected by the storm water. Be careful to avoid touching anything that is run on electricity before a licensed electrician can deem it safe.
-Depending on the area you live in, If there is a flood and your electricity is disconnected, you may even need a certificate from a licensed electrician before your power can be reconnected.
Older Homes-
-If you have old wiring and it hasn’t been updated in awhile.
-If your home is over 25 years old, or sooner if you have any concerns. For example, these concerns could be breakers being tripped repetitively, or regular power outages occurring.
-If any wiring in the house has been done without a licensed electrician in the past.
Are you looking to buy a new home?-
-It is important to have the electrical wiring inspected before committing to buy a home. You never know what work was done to it beforehand. It could help you to negotiate a lower price or get electrical upgrades done on the current home owners dime before you sign a contract.
What do most electrical inspections generally include?-
It examines and inspects...
-Safety switches.
-Power boxes.
-Makes sure there are no electrical hazards.
-Locates any out of date wiring that needs to be brought up to current code.
-Evaluates the level of electrical service you are being provided with.
-Smoke alarms tested to make sure they are properly operating.
-Any exposed wires.
-Lighting.
and much more.
So what do you say? Is it time for you to get an electrical inspection done?…