Before you put your home up for sale, a proper electrical inspection should be part of your home inspection. The electrical inspection must follow procedures stipulated in the National Electrical Code (NEC).During the inspection, Scottsdale Desert Inspection checks the safety of electrical devices on or around your property. This checklist includes:
- Circuits: do you have the correct number of circuits to serve the demand of the property—this is especially important if you have added to its existing foundation.
- Wires: wires may be old, damaged, or installed incorrectly, which can create a dangerous situation.
- Outlets: outlets with poor connections may overheat during a circuit overload.
- Service Panels: Old or faulty breakers may cause appliances to stop working, lights to flicker, or the service panel to blow.
- Electric Meter: Meters can begin to wear and tear over the years, it is important to ensure they’re functioning properly and they don’t show signs of rust or water damage compromising its quality.
