Many buildings in the Treasure Coast region will need electrical inspections, and plenty of folks will turn to the team at Stott Brothers Electric. We provide detailed inspections that ensure that our customers understand the complete state of their home’s systems. Here is why an electrical inspection is important and why a professional needs to do the job.
Fire Risk
Easily the most important reason to order an electrical inspection is because of the fire risk that comes with aging or poorly designed electrical systems. Frayed wires can expose walls to electrical heat, triggering a fire. Also, an overloaded electrical system can damage appliances and devices. This scenario also carries a lot of fire risk. A professional electrician can verify whether your home’s electrical system has any fire risks and provide recommendations for fixing any problems. Only a fully licensed professional can provide a complete answer regarding the potential fire risks in a home’s electrical system.
Changing Standards
Even if an electrical system was state of the art at the time of a building’s construction, building codes and industry standards are always changing. While the building might be grandfathered as long as there aren’t any updates, it still isn’t good to use old standards. Old wiring systems and older types of electrical panels are still likely to be substandard compared to what’s on the market today. If you have the opportunity to bring in an electrical inspector, do so. Our inspectors receive regular training updates to stay current with new standards, and they can help you stay ahead of the evolving regulations.
Right-Sizing the Electrical System
Modern households depend on electrical capacity more than ever before. Our entire lives are filled with gadgets, appliances, tools, phones, and more. You want to be sure that your home’s electrical capacity is right for the amount of demand in your household. An electrician can inspect the current system and tell you where it might be lacking for modern needs.
You should also be aware of capacity concerns if you’re significantly changing the system’s footprint. Suppose you want to run electricity to your garage. Before you do that, our inspector can determine whether the system will handle the added burden or if you need to perform some upgrades. Similar needs can emerge when you’re renovating your house or doing an addition.
Buying or Selling a House
Knowing the state of an electrical system is essential before you buy or sell a house. On the seller’s side of the ledger, there are disclosure issues. You need to be able to tell a potential buyer in good faith whether the house is safe or if it has some issues.
Similarly, buyers should try to know the condition of the house’s electrical system before committing to a deal. Even if the seller already ordered a professional inspection, you should ask us to conduct a second one.
Be aware that home inspectors don’t do the same level of work that our electrical inspectors do. If you want to have the most thorough documentation of the current state of the system, our professional electricians can tell you where things stand and provide a detailed report.
Insurance
Many insurers are becoming more demanding about electrical inspections because electrical hazards are bad for their business model. An insurer may tell you to get a licensed electrician to inspect your house before it offers you coverage or renews your existing policy. This is especially common with older houses where insurance companies worry about old wiring.
Different Needs
Plenty of electrical needs require better systems than even modern codes call for. If you’re adding something like three-phase power or a 220-volt appliance, then you want to be sure that the right outlets and capacity will be there for it. Our inspector can check the system to see if it’s ready for your needs and recommend alterations that might be necessary.
Stott Brothers Electric is proud to serve the residents of the Treasure Coast. Our team has decades of experience, and we’re a family-owned and locally based business. We handle a wide range of electrical projects, including panel upgrades, lighting service, and fixture installation. Call Stott Brothers Electric today, and ask one of our inspectors to check your home’s system. Ask us about our maintenance plan!
