Electrical Inspection Services
Electricity is one of those things we tend not to pay attention into, especially because electricity contributes to modern day comfort. Did you know that property damages in home fires are largely because of electrical problems? As much as we live day to day, we must assure that we live with the awareness and assurance that appliances illuminating the home are running efficiently and consistently. There are electrical fires inside the walls of homes, commercials, and industrial infrastructures that await the perfect storm. It is important to identify early on signs of electrical damage and the signs, such as unfamiliar or funny odors, counterfeit electrical products, flickering lights, boxing sounds, broken light switches, loose outlets, or even arc faults.
When Should I Get an Electrical Inspection?
There are moments when homeowners and business infrastructures should have an electrical safety inspection. Throughout the years of our professional experience, we have been able to spot these top scenarios to look out for when deciding on when to schedule an inspection:
- When you are buying a new home
- When you are in process of building a commercial or business infrastructure
- Once your home or building is over 40 years
- When your residence or building is under renovation
- During the addition of new appliance
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How Often Should I Schedule an Electrical Inspection?
Electrical inspections varies from the age of a home or building to the number of appliances are installed. We recommend anywhere between every 3 to 5 years. At the very least, one must have the GFCI outlets once or twice a year. We encourage people to identify the telling signs of an electrical inspections. We also want you to be aware of older buildings and homes typically inhabit old electrical wirings and may not be compatible with modern appliances and electronics. Whether a building is new or old, it is beneficial to be mindful of how electricity is used on a daily basis and crucial to update electrical systems when in order to stay up to date.
Signs of Electrical Problems
The tell-tailing signs of getting an electrical inspection can seem obvious, but there are moments when electrical systems begin to malfunction and there can be some uncertainty on whether an inspection is needed. We always tell our customers that if you have more than two malfunctions within a three-month period, it is more than likely that you need to schedule an inspection. Chances are if an efficient electrical inspection was conducted, malfunctioning in the electrical system should not occur. Here are some signs of electrical problems that will help you in deciding when to get an inspection:
- Loose outlets
- Fuses blowing
- Continuous tripping with circuit breakers
- Two pronged outlets instead of three
- Flickering of lights repeatedly, especially when furnace or air conditioner is switched on
How to Prevent Expensive Electrical Repairs
- Make sure your electrical panel contains the right sizing and type of fuses
- Have a weatherproof GFI properly installed
- Make use of surge protectors
- Be sure that your bulbs are not above the recommended wattage for the fixture
- Use little to no extension cords
Schedule Your Home, Residential, or Commercial Electrical Inspection Today
Here at JD Electrical Contracting LLC, we care about your safety, especially when it comes to performing inspections. Ensure the safety of home or business by contacting us for your next electrical inspection.