Electrical Inspection

Is Electrical Testing a Legal Requirement?

Electrical testing is often a legal requirement, especially for businesses, rental properties, and public buildings, to ensure safety and compliance with local electrical codes. In many jurisdictions, landlords and employers must perform regular inspections and testing to protect occupants and employees from electrical hazards. Failing to meet these requirements can result in fines, legal liabilities, or increased safety risks.

If you own a commercial building or rent out a property to tenants and are unsure whether you need an electrical inspection, it’s always better to err on the side of caution. Contact us today to schedule your inspection.

What Are the Benefits of a Professional Electrical Inspection?

A professional electrical inspection ensures that your property’s electrical system is safe, efficient, and compliant with local codes. During inspections of residential and commercial properties, our inspectors identify issues like outdated wiring, overloaded circuits, and potential fire or shock hazards. Along with reducing safety risks, regular inspections help prevent costly repairs.

For homeowners, inspections protect against hazards and ensure long-term functionality, while businesses benefit from minimized downtime and regulatory compliance. These inspections are also essential for real estate transactions or renovations, providing a thorough assessment to meet safety and legal standards.

Full Electrical Inspections

We are an electrical inspection company that leaves no stone unturned. How do we do this? We go through a step-by-step process with each job. Plus, instead of focusing on only one problem, we take a holistic look to make sure that your entire space is safe and up to date.

We make sure to do an in-depth inspection, and if you are concerned about specific areas, we’ll also give you recommendations.

Our Assessment Process

During our initial assessment, we are sure to check with you about all aspects of the process.

We will:

• Check the entire property
• Ask a full suite of questions
• Create a complete and official report

Get in touch with us now. We’ll send a friendly professional out as quickly as possible.

What Do Electrical Inspectors Look For?

Our electrical inspectors conduct a thorough examination of your system to identify safety and performance issues.

Key elements we inspect include:

• Wiring: We look for damaged, exposed, or outdated wiring, such as knob-and-tube systems.
• Breaker panels: We ensure circuit breakers are functioning correctly, properly labeled, and not overloaded.
• Outlets and switches: We check for loose connections, grounding issues, and the proper installation of GFCI and AFCI outlets.
• Electrical appliances: We verify that major appliances are properly wired and don’t pose a risk.

What Happens if You Fail an Electrical Inspection?

Failing an electrical inspection means your system has one or more deficiencies that require immediate attention. Our inspectors will provide a detailed report listing the issues and the necessary corrections.

Common reasons for failure include faulty wiring, overloaded panels, missing ground connections, or improperly installed outlets.

You’ll need to address these issues and schedule a re-inspection. Until the system passes, certain activities, like renovations or moving into a new property, may be delayed. Failure to fix the problems promptly can also lead to fines, increased repair costs, or safety risks like electrical fires.

If you have any questions about the steps to take following a failed test, we’ll gladly answer them before concluding the inspection process.

How Long Does an Electrical Inspection Take?

The duration of an electrical inspection depends on the size and complexity of the property. For residential homes, inspections typically take 1 to 2 hours. Larger properties or commercial buildings with more intricate systems may require 3 to 4 hours or more.

Factors such as the age of the property, accessibility of electrical components, and the number of identified issues can also affect the timeline. We’ll provide an estimate before starting the process, ensuring transparency about the time required.

Detailed Reports Guaranteed

We develop a thorough and official report after every inspection. This includes complete details on any needed work or repairs, as well as relevant cost estimates.

These are official documents that you can use for insurance purposes as well as during a property purchase or sale.

Client-Focused Electrical Inspection Company

When we get in touch with you for an inspection, we will immediately identify potential issues we believe could cause problems with your home or business.

If we are not able to solve the problem right away, we’ll carefully guide you through the options that will work best and make appropriate recommendations.

Aurora Electric Inc.: Home to Your Local Electrical Inspectors 

Why would you choose us to conduct an electrical inspection if you’ve never met us? Well, other than the raving reviews that our clients leave us, you can expect us to provide:

• Thorough reports
• Educational safety lessons
• Full inspections
• Budget-friendly recommendations

Rest assured, we are committed to transparency and honesty in business, and we will never try to upsell you on our services or tag on unexpected fees.