Home Electrical Preventive Maintenance Services
How often should you schedule a whole-home electrical inspection? Typically, you should schedule annual maintenance to keep your electrical system running at its best.
If you have an older electrical system that needs upgrades, consider scheduling regular inspections. Our company also offers a maintenance plan that includes an annual electrical comfort check, allowing you to request a more comprehensive inspection as needed.
One reason to schedule regular checkups is that all electrical systems experience wear and tear through normal use. During an inspection, our electricians identify deterioration early and fix it before it becomes serious. Additionally, the National Fire Protection Association updates the National Electrical Code (NEC) every three years. Regular inspections help you identify areas where your home falls short of the code and explore potential upgrades.
The are many benefits of regular electrical preventive maintenance:
- Peace of mind
- Higher energy efficiency
- Improved property value
- Fewer electrical disruptions
- Reduced electrical repair costs
- Lower risk of electrical hazards
Watch for potential maintenance issues and take action immediately if you notice any problems. A circuit breaker or GFCI outlet may trip occasionally, which is normal; however, recurring trips signal an issue. Flickering and dimming lights often indicate an overloaded circuit, posing a danger. You should not detect any smells or hear humming from electrical components. Don’t ignore outlets and switches that feel loose, display burn marks, or become warm to the touch.
The electrical panel is a key component of your electrical system, so it requires regular maintenance. Replace circuit breakers before they wear out. Your electrician must test the panel to ensure it operates within the expected parameters.
It’s not uncommon for a household to outgrow its panel. While the NEC requires only 100 amps, many homes actually need 150 amps, 250 amps, or even more. Whole-home surge protection, now part of the code, is still missing in many homes, and it helps protect against internal and external surges.
Outlets, switches, and dimmers endure significant wear and tear over time. If you frequently use an outlet or switch, replace it after 15 years. Seldom-used outlets and switches can last up to 25 years. Upgrading these features also provides an opportunity to integrate modern advancements, such as surge protection, USB connections, and Ethernet ports.