Electrical Safety Inspection

As the need for energy demands grow so does the demand on your home and/or business’s electrical systems.  Unchecked systems can be the cause of an electrical fire that can cost big.  To avoid risking the lives and safety of loved ones,  and avoid losing valuable items, it is good practice to have your electrical system undergo a yearly safety inspection.

The National Electrical Code (NEC) is the standard code that all licensed electricians must adhere to in order to meet state and local regulations with regards to electrical safety standards. Remember, each state has its own specific rules and regulations regarding electrical codes. You need an electrician who is licensed to work in your specific state. It is illegal for any person to do an electrical installation if they are not state licensed. Licensed electricians need a minimum of 14 hours approved continuing education, yearly, to ensure that they understand all code regulations and are up to date on any changes that may have occurred.

A safety inspection will cover all areas of your home that receives electricity, including attic. It will also cover and check all grounding and bonding of circuits, branch circuits within your home, wiring methods and related devices.

• Are all light fixtures working and have diffusers been installed?
• Are the cords in good condition without signs of deterioration, bends, or wear and tear?
• Are extension cords being used in place of permanent wiring?
• Are all appliances grounded?
• Check the wiring methods and ensure that they are suitable for the current use.
• Ensure that all conductors of a circuit are grouped together.
• Check for wet and damp locations and the suitability of boxes and fittings in that area.
• Check wiring and bending space in cabinets and boxes.
• Ensure that any switches in wet or damp locations are properly installed in weatherproof enclosures.
• Ensure that the household is compliant with branch-circuit voltage limitations.
• Check what grounding electrodes are present on the premises.

The list of things that an electrical safety inspector will check is exhaustive. By hiring RS Johnson Electric, we’ll help to ease your mind by ensuring that all electrical systems within your home or business are safe.