Electrical Inspection + Code Compliance
Did You Know ...
On average, per year, over 24,000 fires, 295 deaths, 900 injuries, and $1.2 billion in losses due to homeowners due to faulty wiring or homes not being up to code!
Why Are Home Electrical Inspections Important?
The most recent National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) research shows the top four primary sources of home fire ignition were:
(1) Wiring and related equipment, 68% of all home fires; (2) Lamps, Bulbs or Lighting, 14% of all home fires; (3) Cords or Plugs, 10% of all home fires; and (4) Transformers and Power Supplies, 8% of all home fires.
These are truly staggering household electrical fire statistics that are, in most instances, avoidable, especially when hiring a licensed master electrician to perform a home electrical inspection.
Bring Your Home's Hidden Issues Into the Light!
Electrical Panel
Panels that are 30+ years old often have old parts that corrode/malfunction, which creates dangerous conditions and compatibility issues due to parts becoming obsolete/discontinued — this can result in an improper between circuit breakers and the board when there is not a brad-to-brand match.
Burns/Charring
Burns and/or charring are caused by loose connections due to parts not being properly torqued.
Double-Tapping
When a circuit breaker is not designed for more than one wire to be connected to the screw — yet multiple wires are connected to a single screw — this is called "double tapping." This results in damage to the panel and an increased risk of fire.
Electrical Panel
Panels that are 30+ years old often have old parts that corrode/malfunction, which creates dangerous conditions and compatibility issues due to parts becoming obsolete/discontinued — this can result in an improper between circuit breakers and the board when there is not a brad-to-brand match.
Burns/Charring
Burns and/or charring are caused by loose connections due to parts not being properly torqued.
Double-Tapping
When a circuit breaker is not designed for more than one wire to be connected to the screw — yet multiple wires are connected to a single screw — this is called "double tapping." This results in damage to the panel and an increased risk of fire.
Proper Labeling
Checking to make sure the panel is properly labeled — meaning, every breaker is clearly identified and correctly corresponds to its household connection and function.
Damage
Checking for damaged and/or exposed wires.
Circuit Breaker Sizing
Ensuring circuit breakers are the correct size for their corresponding wire size.
Proper Labeling
Checking to make sure the panel is properly labeled — meaning, every breaker is clearly identified and correctly corresponds to its household connection and function.
Damage
Checking for damaged and/or exposed wires.
Circuit Breaker Sizing
Ensuring circuit breakers are the correct size for their corresponding wire size.
Ground Rods
Making sure there are two ground rods outside with a bare copper conductor going back to the panel with intersystem bonding — this is for the utility companies to properly bond to the home's electrical system.
Water Bond
Confirmation of a water bond so the home plumbing system is safe and grounded and that people are protected from electrocution if the system were to ever become energized.
Panel Enclosure
Check that the panel enclosure is fully enclosed without damaged holes.
Ground Rods
Making sure there are two ground rods outside with a bare copper conductor going back to the panel with intersystem bonding — this is for the utility companies to properly bond to the home's electrical system.
Water Bond
Confirmation of a water bond so the home plumbing system is safe and grounded and that people are protected from electrocution if the system were to ever become energized.
Panel Enclosure
Check that the panel enclosure is fully enclosed without damaged holes.
GFCIs
Certain rooms, areas, and home appliances MUST have GFCIs (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) to be within code: anything exterior, garages, crawl spaces, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, range/oven, dishwasher, garbage disposal, air conditioner, etc.
AFCIs
Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters are devices that detect and interrupt electrical arcing conditions, presenting a home fire hazard via sensors built into the circuit breakers.
Smoke Detectors
According to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) requirements, smoke detectors ten years or older MUST be replaced. Additionally, Minnesota requires smoke detectors to be hard-wired, as opposed to battery backup.
GFCIs
Certain rooms, areas, and home appliances MUST have GFCIs (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) to be within code: anything exterior, garages, crawl spaces, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, range/oven, dishwasher, garbage disposal, air conditioner, etc.
AFCIs
Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters are devices that detect and interrupt electrical arcing conditions, presenting a home fire hazard via sensors built into the circuit breakers.
Smoke Detectors
According to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) requirements, smoke detectors ten years or older MUST be replaced. Additionally, Minnesota requires smoke detectors to be hard-wired, as opposed to battery backup.
Previous Electrical Work
Visually inspecting any previous electrical work done to the home is up to code.
Flickering Lights
Checking the home for flickering lights.
Grounding System
Check the grounding system for corrosion and ensure the ground rods are properly in place.
Previous Electrical Work
Visually inspecting any previous electrical work done to the home is up to code.
Flickering Lights
Checking the home for flickering lights.
Grounding System
Check the grounding system for corrosion and ensure the ground rods are properly in place.
switches and outlets
Inspecting switches and outlets for "backstabbing" — this is a highly unprofessional/dangerous 'handyman' practice of terminating (connecting) wires into housing holes rather than around the screw(s).
Wiring
Checking for knob and tube wiring, cloth wiring, and aluminum wiring.
Visual Inspection
Visual inspection of each room/area for dim, poor lighting conditions, and checking for the use of energy-efficient light LED light bulbs.
switches and outlets
Inspecting switches and outlets for "backstabbing" — this is a highly unprofessional/dangerous 'handyman' practice of terminating (connecting) wires into housing holes rather than around the screw(s).
Wiring
Checking for knob and tube wiring, cloth wiring, and aluminum wiring.
Visual Inspection
Visual inspection of each room/area for dim, poor lighting conditions, and checking for the use of energy-efficient light LED light bulbs.
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PETE CICCONI
TWIN CITIES ELECTRIC, OWNER + MASTER ELECTRICIAN
PETE CICCONI
TWIN CITIES ELECTRIC, OWNER + MASTER ELECTRICIAN
Our Process
5 Steps To Safety & Comfort
Consultation
Reach out to us by phone or by filling out the form and providing us with as many details as possible.
Assessment
We’ll arrive at your location and inspect the space in detail in order to determine the best approach.
Work
After we sign the contract for your electrical project, we’ll get started on your project.
Follow-Up
We’ll make a follow-up call three days after the work to make sure everything is running smoothly.
Enjoy
You’ve made a wise decision. It’s time to discover how living in a smart, efficient home feels!
Our Clients Love Us, And We Love Them
See what they say!
Steven B.
Wiring + Electrical Panel
He came over the next day and spent 9 hours rewiring most of my house. It cost me $4300 and some change because the previous homeowner, “Mickey, Moused” the wiring, and at least I know my home won’t burn down now. Pete is very professional, and after 9 hours of working, troubleshooting, and even tired and sweaty will not stop until the job is done.ng elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Andy Tschida
Troubleshooting
I called first thing in the morning due to an electrical issue, and Peter was at my house within hours. He and his apprentice found the issue, explained everything, made the fix, and cleaned up, and were just really, really nice. The problem came back, I let them know, and Peter came right back out first thing the next morning, checked it out, and found another issue to fix and solved the problem. Their rates are very reasonable, and I will use them again. Highly recommend this company!
Anne McCormack
Indoor Lighting
Master Giff
Switches + Outlets
Andrea Turgeon
Indoor Lighting + Troubleshooting
MichelleMarie Meyer
Arcing + Charring
Meredith Low
Indoor Lighting
David Roussel
Troubleshooting
Kristi Smith Rotsel
Wiring + Troubleshooting
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