The Many Benefits Of Property Electrical Inspections

We charge $99.00 for an electrical inspection if it is being performed for the buyer. We however deduct that $99 from the final invoice if the home is purchased and we perform any work from the written estimate provided. There is no charge for an estimate done for the seller of the home.

Purchasing a home is one of the biggest decisions a person may ever make. It is important is to try and avoid all potential issues. There could be underlying issues that could result in costly repairs in the future. One way to avoid such problems is with an electrical home inspection It should be done by a trained and experienced professional like those at Bradley Electric. They can identify any current or future problems as well as recommend the best possible solutions.

Older Homes
It is important to know that if a home is over 50 years old, its electrical wiring and components could be compromised. This is something common in older structures. In many cases, the wiring in an older home is unable to meet the electrical demands of a modern lifestyle.

Renovation Project
Many people want to renovate a home before they move into it. In most cases, this will involve adding to the home’s existing wiring. In this case, an inspection by an electrical professional can provide important information for those doing the renovation. It will let them know what the property’s current system can support. They will know what electrical components are necessary to meet the needs of the renovation project.

Resale Home
Should someone be considering the purchase of a resale home, they should insist on a comprehensive electrical inspection of the property. There is a chance the resale property had updated wiring installed. Too many times, unskilled workers are paid to do such work so sellers can save money. A buyer will want to be safe and should have a comprehensive electrical inspection done by a professional electrician.

Electrical Inspection
There are different types of electrical inspections that can be done on a property.

*Rough-In Electrical Inspection – This involves a careful examination of a property’s wiring, conduits, electrical panels, and electrical boxes. During this inspection, it will be determined if all cables are properly installed. It will also determine if all possible fire hazards have been mitigated.

*Service Inspection – During this inspection, the service panel is carefully examined to make certain it is properly secured and installed. An electrician will also make certain it is grounded properly. This could also include the installation or update breakers and more. It is key to having a fully functional electrical system.

Electrical Inspection Benefits
Prior to the purchase of any property, an electrical inspection should be performed before the sale is complete. When this happens, a buyer can make the seller responsible for any underlying problems. They can demand the problems be fixed before the sale is final. The price of the repairs might be able to be deducted from the selling price and more.

Bradley Electric are professional electricians who also know about the National Electric Code (NEC). This provides regulated standards for the electrical system of property in the United States. These are electrical experts who are aware of any NEC rule updates and code changes. It is not illegal for a home to not be up to code, it will be more difficult to sell. An NEC inspection is focused on identifying any electrical dangers at a property. Call Bradley Electric and have them inspect property you are buying or selling. A property up to code is free of potential serious electrical dangers and more attractive in any real estate market.