offers residential electrical safety inspection and code correction repairs that align with the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. Adopted throughout the U.S., the NEC was created by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to ensure both people and property are protected from electrical dangers (including fires and electrocution).
The NEC has specific requirements for both commercial and residential properties. Our technicians are experts on the local codes, which are updated and published every three years. In the U.S., anyone can be sued for negligence by creating a situation that results in loss of life or property.
Ensuring Code Compliance & Safety Standards For Your Property
Outdated wiring is one of the most common problems found in older homes. Fires can start when wires fray or when breaker boxes can’t handle the demands placed upon them. When these things occur, heat transfer to surrounding objects can cause them to smoke or ignite. Ungrounded plugs and faulty outlets are also causes of home fires. The best way to stop fires and electrocution from happening is to have your home electric system inspected by a pro.
Some electric code violation guidelines include:
Bathroom:
- GFCI receptacles are required in bathrooms.
- There must be a receptacle within 3 feet of the outside edge of the sink basin.
- No receptacles face-up on countertops.
Kitchen:
- All countertops receptacles must be GFCI (ground fault current interrupter).
- There can be no receptacles more than 20 inches above countertops (Exceptions are for the physically handicapped and for islands or peninsulas where this is not possible).
- There should be receptacles above all countertops that are 12 inches or wider.
- No face-up receptacles.
- At least one receptacle should be located on islands or peninsulas.
General Rooms:
- There should be wall receptacles every 12 feet.
- Receptacles should be on any wall space that is more than 24 inches wide.
- Hallways more than 10 feet in length must have at least one receptacle.
Eletrical Home Inspection – Around The Clock Services
Inspections are quick and remarkably affordable. By making sure you have a thorough electrical inspection completed by a qualified Elite Pros electrician before buying, selling, or remodeling a home, you can help ensure your home’s electrical system operates at the highest level of safety possible. Our trained technicians can provide whole house rewiring and evaluation of your circuits to ensure compliance up to code and the safe delivery of electrical current within your home.
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