Wiring Inspections – The Benefits

For a new construction, a renovation, or after adding new circuits to a home or a building, wiring inspections are necessary to ensure that the work is done properly and in accordance with local regulations. A licensed electrician is the right person to hire to conduct an electrical inspection.

What does the inspection usually include?

A thorough electrical inspection will check for:

1.  Any exposed wiring that may pose a danger
2.  Firmly and correctly mounted electrical panels
3.  Corrosion that may lead to short circuits
4.  Correctly rated breakers or fuses protecting all circuits
5.  Overloaded circuits

In a nutshell, the inspection will determine if the property’s electrical system adheres to the laws and regulations enacted to ensure that the system is safe and adequate for the load it will take.

A wiring inspection is also a good way to get an accurate blueprint of the electrical system in your house. This can help you understand the ins and outs of your own house, along with making it easier to find problems within the wiring and circuits.

Homes and businesses can also benefit from periodic inspections by ensuring that the existing wiring is sufficient to handle upgraded or additional appliances and equipment.

Remember, when it comes to electrical systems, safety should go hand in hand with efficiency. Accidents have occurred due to incorrectly installed electrical wiring or appliances. A wiring inspection by a licensed electrician with the proper training can help to prevent such mishaps.

Wiring inspections are something no homeowner should ever overlook. The fact is that no matter how secure a home looks from the outside, there are elements that may not be visible but that are vitally important to a safe home. One of these is the electrical wires running through the house.

Here are some of the reasons why wiring inspections are necessary:

Preventive Maintenance

Over time, electrical wires can deteriorate and start to fray around the edges. When this happens, there’s a chance that a fire could start, or that someone could unintentionally touch the wires and get electrocuted. The goal of an inspection is to detect these problems before they occur, and identify damaged wiring to replace.

Appliance Performance

Appliances and lighting require the correct amount of power to perform safely and efficiently. Wiring issues can affect the flow of power, which can damage any attached appliances and lead to additional expenses. On the other hand, a proper wiring plan could save appliances from trouble, and save homeowners money on electricity bills.

Resale Value

House hunters are very particular, and often want a house to be “move-in ready.” It’s not surprising that some hire an electrician to inspect the electrical system. With regular wiring inspections and updates, a seller can prove that the electrical is in good condition, and can therefore set a higher asking price.

Compliance

Electrical wiring regulations change from time to time as authorities increase the level of protection necessary. It is important that homeowners periodically have their wiring checked to ensure that it still complies with the regulations. Even more importantly, regulations are designed to provide maximum protection, so in complying with these rules, homeowners are also serving themselves.

Keep in mind that the most important thing when it comes to wiring inspections is the inspector. They must be thorough with the house, reviewing it with a fine-tooth comb in order to find any wiring irregularities. Never attempt to personally perform these inspections, no matter what your knowledge level is. Electricity is serious business and must be dealt with by electrical professionals only.