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Common issues we find during inspections
Common issues we find during inspections
Core Electrical Safety Checklist (Real-World)
Core Electrical Safety Checklist (Real-World)
1. Panel & Service Equipment
Panel is labeled correctly and accessible.
No double-tapped breakers unless listed for it.
No corrosion, overheating marks, or buzzing.
Main grounding and bonding are intact.
Why it matters: Most serious failures start at the panel.
2. GFCI & AFCI Protection
GFCI protection present in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, outdoors, basement, laundry.
AFCI protection on required living areas.
Devices test and reset properly.
Why it matters: Shock and fire prevention. Non-negotiable.
3. Outlets & Switches
3. Outlets & Switches
No loose, cracked, or warm devices.
Proper polarity and grounding.
No backstabbed devices in high-load areas.
Tamper-resistant where required.
Why it matters: Loose connections cause heat and failures.
4. Lighting & Fixtures
4. Lighting & Fixtures
Fixtures properly supported (no hanging by wire).
Correct bulb wattage and LED compatibility.
No exposed wiring in closets or storage areas.
Outdoor fixtures rated for wet/damp locations.
Why it matters: Overheating and insulation damage are common here.
5. Extension Cords & Power Strips
5. Extension Cords & Power Strips
No permanent use of extension cords.
No daisy-chained power strips.
High-load appliances plugged directly into outlets.
Why it matters: This is one of the top fire causes we see.
6. Appliances & Dedicated Circuits
6. Appliances & Dedicated Circuits
Refrigerators, microwaves, dishwashers, disposals on proper circuits.
No shared neutrals where not allowed.
Correct breaker size for wire gauge.
Why it matters: Overloaded circuits fail silently until they don’t.
7. Outdoor & Exterior Electrical
7. Outdoor & Exterior Electrical
Weather-rated covers installed and functional.
Exterior outlets are GFCI protected.
Underground wiring properly buried and protected.
Why it matters: Water + electricity doesn’t forgive mistakes.
8. Signs You Should Stop and Call an Electrician
8. Signs You Should Stop and Call an Electrician
Flickering or dimming lights.
Tripping breakers or blown fuses.
Burning smell or discoloration.
Tingling when touching metal devices.
Why it matters: These are warning signs, not inconveniences.
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Electrical Safety Basics Every Homeowner Should Know
Electrical Safety Basics Every Homeowner Should Know
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