Inspecting the Electrical System
In this page we will discuss how Mose handles inspecting the electrical system of your home.
A professional home inspection is conducted based on industry standards of practice. At Mose Home Inspection Services we base ourselves on is the ASHI & Inter-NACHI standards of practice. On this page we use the term “home” but the following equally applies to condominiums as well.
Even 40 years ago the demands placed on the electrical systems of a home were nothing like they are today. From modern appliances which require many different types of voltage to the plethora of electronics we use on a daily basis.
At Mose Home Inspection Services we understand how critical your electrical system is to the good working order of your home. Despite the fact that in the greater Montreal area, Laval and the South Shore we enjoy relatively low cost electricity we still want to avoid waste and we go to great lengths to make sure that your electrical system is safe.
Why Your Electrical System Inspection is Important
Electricity runs behind the scenes and the walls of your home. It provides you with the comforts of modern living. It also hold risks, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), electrical problems are the largest cause of property damage in home structure. CSA identifies small appliances plugged into inadequate or improper home wring as the leading cause of accidental electrocutions. These safety hazards can be easily addressed and prevented with a proper electrical home inspection.
How We Conduct an Electrical System Inspection
As was mentioned earlier the Mose Home Inspection Services inspector cannot be invasive in their work but there is a great deal they will learn about your electrical system as they conduct their inspection.
Safety concerns
The following are some of the items we look for to ensure the safety of your electrical system.
What We Inspect in the Electrical System
As per the InterNACHI standards here is a breakdown of what Mose Home Inspection Services verifies when we inspect your home’s electrical systems.
Additional Items Verified
The interior and exterior lights and ceiling fans will also be tested. The home inspector always checks for safety hazards such as exposed wiring, and self-installed extension cord wiring.
We pay special attention to the basement. Basements are often finished without the benefit of a professional electrician, making them more likely to contain problems.
A thorough inspection carried out by a qualified inspector who is a member of the Quebec Provincial Association of Home Builders (APCHQ)
Speedy service with reports generated within 2-3 days of an inspection
A clear, concise and comprehensive home inspection report with illustrations, photos and an informative overview
Over 20 years of industry experience
Free telephone support (for homeowners)
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