Home Electrical Safety Inspections in San Jose, CA

Your home’s electrical system is incredibly complex. If you don’t regularly inspect and test your system, you might not catch problems that could become dangerous or even deadly. An electrical safety inspection should be performed every two or three years for newer homes or newer electrical systems and every year for homes that are older than 25 years. Delta Electric has a team of skilled, experienced electricians who are committed to electrical safety. We offer comprehensive home electrical safety inspections in San Jose, CA, and throughout the Bay Area. Our goals are to quickly identify damage and potential problems, offer professional recommendations for repair or replacement, and help you maintain the safety, efficiency, and lifespan of your home. Call now to schedule an electrical safety inspection with one of our highly qualified electricians.

What Is a Residential Electrical Safety Inspection?

A residential electrical safety inspection is a thorough, comprehensive inspection and evaluation of each component of your home’s electrical system. An experienced and highly qualified electrician will examine all interior and exterior electrical systems, components, and equipment. They will look for signs of damage, wear and tear, outdated or unsafe materials, poor installation, inefficiency, and safety hazards.

When Do You Need an Electrical Safety Inspection for Your Home?

You should schedule an electrical safety inspection every two or three years if your home is less than 15 years old or if you just upgraded your electrical system. If your home is more than 25 years old and has an older electrical system, you should schedule an annual inspection. Some of the most common reasons people hire us for a comprehensive inspection are:

• Buying or selling a home
• Moving into a new home
• Getting a property ready for new tenants
• Troubleshooting electrical problems like frequent power outages, tripped circuits, or flickering lights
• Before re-wiring your home
• Preparing for a home addition, remodel, or renovation
• Making electrical upgrades to improve performance and energy efficiency
• Installing large new electrical appliances like an EV charger, standby generator, HVAC unit, or washer and dryer

Importance of Regular Professional Electrical Safety Inspections

Electrical safety inspections allow us to catch early warning signs of problems before they get bigger, more dangerous, and more expensive. We can recommend necessary repairs, replacements, upgrades, and installations that improve the safety, comfort, and energy efficiency of your home. One of the main benefits of electrical safety inspections is that they can help us identify potential safety hazards that put your home at risk of electrical fires. An inspection can also prevent the need for costly repairs down the road and ensure all your electrical units follow the latest codes and regulations. Above all, an electrical safety inspection provides you with peace of mind, knowing your home is safe. It is a small investment to ensure the safety and longevity of your property.

What to Expect During an Electrical Safety Inspection

Our professional electrical safety inspection electricians can identify problems within your electrical system, determine the best course of action for restoration, and perform repairs, replacements, and upgrades when necessary. When we visit your home, our process will include:

• Thorough visual inspection of all interior and exterior electrical components
• Testing of circuits, grounding, and other components using specialized tools
• Identification of issues that could affect the safety, lifespan, performance, and efficiency of your electrical system
• Photo and video documentation of potential hazards or problems
• Detailed report of our findings and recommendations, which you can use to file a claim with your insurance company if needed
• Discussion of next steps and what you can do to improve electrical safety

What Is Included in a Home Electrical Safety Inspection Checklist?

We use a comprehensive electrical safety inspection checklist to ensure nothing is overlooked. We begin with a visual inspection of all interior and exterior electrical systems, components, and equipment. We then do a more thorough inspection during which we test each component, cycle through its settings if applicable, test voltage and output, and evaluate electrical safety and performance. Our checklist includes:

• Comprehensive examination and testing of the electrical panel, wiring, outlets, switches, fixtures, and equipment
• Testing and assessment for signs of damage, wear and tear, outdated or unsafe materials, or improper installation
• Thorough testing of the integrity of the conduit and wires
• Confirmation that all cables and wires are properly installed, clamped, labeled, and secured to wall studs
• Assessment of the functionality of the main electrical panel
• Confirmation of proper grounding of the electrical system
• Confirmation of installation of isolated ground receptacles, GFCI (ground-fault circuit interrupter) outlets, and AFCI (arc fault circuit interrupter) outlets in all required areas
• Testing all switches and outlets to ensure they work properly
• Testing all smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors
• Confirmation that all electrical systems and equipment comply with the National Electric Code

Why Choose Delta Electric

Delta Electric has more than 40 years of experience in residential electrical services. Our team includes skilled, experienced, and friendly electricians who are committed to maintaining the safety of your home. Whether you’re preparing for a remodel, moving into a new home, or ready to make electrical upgrades to improve the energy efficiency, value, and comfort of your home, we can help. We offer comprehensive home electrical services, including inspections, repairs, installations, upgrades, replacements, and troubleshooting. We also offer re-wiring, panel upgrades, whole-house surge protection, electrical remodeling, and 24-hour emergency electrical services.

Call Now to Learn More About Our Electrical Safety Inspection Services

Your home should be a comfortable, safe space for you and your loved ones. Our skilled residential electricians can help you safeguard your home’s electrical system. Call us now or contact us online to schedule your home safety inspection in San Jose, CA, or throughout the Bay Area. We also offer commercial electrical safety inspections for local business owners and commercial property owners.