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Mister Sparky® holds ourselves to the strictest standards, including compliance with all local and national codes dictated by the National Electrical Code (NEC). Our standards ensure our customers' homes are as safe and as reliable as possible, and also protects their investment: by complying with the NEC, our electricians make sure homeowners can sell their homes with minimal trouble.
For homeowners who are buying, selling, or considering a new home, electrical inspections are crucial to a.) understanding what you're getting into, and b.) ensuring a home is safe. Even newly-remodeled homes might have neglected electrical systems with aging components, outdated design, and other problems that range from inconvenient to dangerous.
It's also worth noting that older homes might not be up to the most recent codes, as the NEC is constantly improving and iterating. Even if a home is up to code, it may not be suited for the demanding power needs of the average family. With several laptops, smartphones, screens, and other devices for each family member, having reliable power everywhere in the house is vital—an inspection lets you know what you're working with.
Local jurisdictions and code enforcement boards inspect for compliance with the minimum standards, as set forth in code. The extensively trained and licensed technicians at Mister Sparky electrical comply with all local and state codes. Our techs are specifically trained to flag and take corrective action to keep your property and family safe.
Some electric code violation guidelines include:
To avoid critical overloading on receptacles where high wattage power devices like hair dryers could be in use, there must be at least one separate 20 amp. branch circuit.
Outdated wiring is one of the most common problems found in older homes.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. Arcing is an even more dangerous possibility where the electrical current jumps across connections instead of moving through a circuit. This is essentially a form of lightning and the risk of fire or electric shock is very real. 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.
Protect your investment and avoid surprises by getting an electrical inspection for your new home or renovation. Mister Sparky provides comprehensive inspections to uncover hidden electrical risks. We can also help you determine how new appliances will affect your home if you are making upgrades. If you are adding a new water heater system, extra refrigerators, an outdoor oven, or more space heaters, these will all make heavy demands on your home’s wiring and breakers.
If you need to upgrade your box or add a new subpanel, we can advise you on next steps. If you are unsure about the state of your system, our team can tell you the exact condition of your home’s outlets, wiring, breakers, grounding, and insulation.
Inspections are quick and remarkably affordable. By making sure you have a thorough electrical inspection completed by a qualified Mister Sparky 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 to code and the safe delivery of electrical current within your home.
Call (800) 906-4577 to schedule an electrical inspection today!
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Duncan MacKenzie
We are so glad Chris was our service guy today. We knew that we needed a new fire alarm but did not know there were better alarms on the market. And Mr Soarky has a really good fire alarm. We bought six and had them installed. In addition, we purchased surge protectors for our three fuse boxes and both HVAC, outdoor units. It was a big bill compared to what we were anticipating but our electrical system is now fully protected. Thank you, Chris!
Tona Ryan
Webb was very nice, polite, and knowledgeable. He explained the issues and answered all my questions. I do appreciate the same day service. Price seemed high.
Anthony Favre
I highly recommend Mister Sparky. Andres and Joseph were professional, punctual, and knowledgeable, clearly explaining the work before completing it efficiently and safely. They were respectful of my home, paid close attention to detail, and cleaned up thoroughly afterward. I would absolutely use their services again and recommend them to anyone looking for quality electrical work!
Mark Scarborough
Friendly, knowledgeable and prompt. Mario and George exceeded my expectations in every way. They answered all of my questions and explained everything in easy to understand terms. I'll definitely recommend Mr. Sparky to anyone who needs electrical services.
Martha Gilliam
Courteous and professional. Inspected and and replaced fuse, installed outlets and wired lighting. Completed work in just over a day.
Connie Duvall
Scottie was highly knowledgeable and focused on the issues that needed addressing. He kept us informed during our visit describing what was needed and why. He inspired confidence in his ability and that the job was being done right.
Michael Shannon
Had a main breaker box needing relocated and brought up tp code. Austin, from Sparky, said he would stay on the job until power was restored. He completed the job the same day and got power back up. Very professional and hard working.
Pamela Schmierer
Excellent customer service! It is not easy to find a company that stands behind the quality of their work. The general manager himself came out to resolve a minor issue from a previous service call, and took his time to make sure it was done right. Truly went above and beyond. I will definitely be using this company again in the future.
Frank Altobelli
Matt came on time and listened to what my concerns were. Fixed everything in a timely manner, even went out for a part came back and got the job done. Highly recommend.
Angela K Denton
Outstanding Service — We've Found Our Electrician! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Mister Sparky of Barrington and Northbrook! Jack came out to our home and was an absolute professional from start to finish. Not only did he install a new outdoor outlet, but he also took the time to address and seal up work where previous electricians had overlooked important details. What really impressed us was his thoughtful, practical advice. He offered excellent recommendations for saving energy and even suggested a solar light for the end of our driveway rather than a more expensive wired solution. He genuinely focused on what would work best for our home and our budget! He also provided a quote for upgrading our smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to a fully hardwired system. It's refreshing to work with someone who is knowledgeable, thorough, and genuinely interested in helping homeowners make smart decisions rather than simply selling additional services. Jack went above and beyond, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. Mister Sparky of Barrington and Northbrook has officially earned our trust and our business. They're our electricians from now on! Highly recommend Jack and the entire Mister Sparky team!
Sharon Carther
It initially appeared that my main vanity lighting in my master bath unsuite had stopped working. One quick call to Mr. Sparky and they were able to secure loose wiring and repair the switch. The technician was prompt, courteous and knowledgeable.
Traci Hoegel
Great service. Installed all fixtures and it looks great. Guys were quick and professional. Thank you.
Capn Walt
Ken knew what questions to ask and should have all he needs to provide a quote. Knew what he was doing and I'm confident in him.
Michael Garcia
Great and reliable company. After an issue came up, they sent a senior technician, Joshua, to address the matter. He did a masterful job, had an excellent attitude, and made sure we were 100% satisfied with the work. Highly recommend and will use them again.
Deborah Risbrook
Akeem was very professional and personable . He explained everything that needed to be done. He is definitely an asset to your company and I would highly recommend him to others
RD
I really appreciated that after 5pm, a local real human been promptly answered my calls that speaks English, politely and helpfully as Becka and Geny. They schedule me quickly for next morning for free quotes. They sent a text with 30 minutes advance notice to let me know the tech was on his way. The Electrician Gavin Forney arrived on time. When asked him if he had shoes covers before entering my home, surprisly he already have it handy the nicest ever and happily ready to use it. He is very kind, polite, professional, knowledgeable, and respectful. The prices quoted was fair and my options where fully explained without pushing sales speech. Gavin was very pleasant to work with, so I decide to go forward to have the job done in the same day. He already come prepared to work, and cleaned the area after done an amazing job. I would request him for future projects, and most definitely recommended him for friends and family.
mayank nanda
Joseph was diligent with his work and installed an EV charger for me. It was a sizable job given a new panel needed to be installed as well. I am happy with the end result.
Jeffrey Sparrow
Mister Sparky is a professional company. I love their staff from our technician, Omar, to Jim that appears to be head of the central command center. Besides great work the communication between us the client and their office is stellar. We upgraded our meter to meet city code for our remodel.
Don Greca
Tyler Cox and his apprentice were absolutely outstanding. They worked until an hour after dark making sure the job was done and it was ready for us to use the next day. Tyler was efficient and hard working. He was helpful and especially adept at keeping me, the customer, informed and in the loop regarding the job at hand. My wife and I were very pleased with the manner in which these young men represented the company they work for. Based on my interaction with these gentleman I would not hesitate to use Mister Sparky again.
Bridgett Gilligan
Wes did a great job installing our light fixture! He was professional, friendly, and efficient. Highly recommend!
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