What to Expect During an Electrical Inspection

The electrical system in your Mill Valley, home is partially out of sight but should not remain out of mind.

Wiring, fixtures, outlets, switches, and your electrical panel need periodic inspections and upgrades to meet safety codes and eliminate the risk of fire and other hazards.

At Handyman Heroes, our licensed, certified electricians remove any uncertainty you might have about the condition of your electrical system. Depending on what we find, we might give your system a clean bill of health or identify faulty components and repair them.

Either way, you will gain peace of mind and feel confident about your safety whenever you plug into an outlet or flip a switch.

Does Every Electrical System Need Inspection?

Yes, every home electrical system requires inspection. Safety is the primary reason. An inspection can uncover hidden issues and resolve them before they damage your Mill Valley, home and endanger your life.

According to the Electrical Safety Foundation (ESFI), electrical malfunctions are responsible for 35,000 home fires, causing over 1,130 injuries, 500 deaths, and $1.4 billion in property damage.

Licensed Electrical Inspections

If you own an older home or a home of any age with outdated wiring, you want a professional to check the system every few years. Consider a five-year schedule for newer homes with an updated system.

Remember, this is an inspection, which does not necessarily lead to repairs or an upgrade.

If you see signs of a potential problem, schedule an inspection right away. Storm damage to your home is another reason for a professional inspection, especially if you are uncertain if it involves the electrical system.

Are you remodeling and adding more appliances? Schedule an inspection.

Before buying a new home, always include the electrical system in a whole-home inspection. A remodel or addition also requires a professional checkup.

Upgrade Your Outdated Electrical System

Another reason for an inspection is to ensure your electrical system can handle the power needed to power electrical devices, appliances, lighting, and other home systems. 

The ESFI notes that your system may be overloaded if circuit breakers trip frequently, lights dim when another electrical device kicks on, and outlets emit buzzing noises and appear discolored.

One of our Handyman Heroes experts can add circuits for appliances that draw a lot of power or replace your electrical panel if needed.

If your home has an outdated fuse panel, we encourage you to replace it with circuit breakers, which are more convenient and reusable. A home with an updated, code-compliant electrical panel is more likely to attract potential buyers.

What Does an Electrical Inspection Cover?

• We look at the electrical panel and all components for signs of wear, damage, corrosion, overload, and other safety problems, such as grounding issues. 

• We ensure your electrical panel can handle current and future power needs. We also test the breakers and check circuit labeling.

• Our electricians look for loose connections, damage, and improper installation of lighting fixtures inside and outside your home. 

• An electrical inspection includes your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, water heater, and other major appliances.

• We test every outlet and switch, including exterior and ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets.

• Checking wiring is an essential task in every inspection. We visually examine unconcealed wiring, look for damage and problem connections, and use various tools and testing equipment to reveal what is happening within your home’s walls.
  
  For example, a voltage detector measures the current in the wiring, and a thermal imaging camera can detect overheating.

Schedule an Expert Electrical Inspection

Our electrical inspections bring peace of mind. Let our qualified team at Handyman Heroes check the electrical system in your Mill Valley, CA, home. Call us at 844-382-4376 or request service online.