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Electrical Inspections

Ensuring Code Compliance & Safety Standards

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 Even newly-remodeled homes might have neglected electrical systems with aging components, outdated design, and other problems that range from inconvenient to dangerous.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:

Bathrooms

GFCI receptacles are required in bathrooms.
There must be a receptacle within 3 feet of the outside edge of the sink basin.
No receptacles face-up on countertops.

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.

General Rooms

There should be wall receptacles every 12 feet.
Receptacles should be on any wall space that is more than 24 inches wide.
Hallways more than 10 feet in length must have at least one receptacle.

Kitchens

All countertops receptacles must be GFCI (ground fault current interrupter).
There can be no receptacles more than 20 inches above countertops (Exceptions are for the physically handicapped and for islands or peninsulas where this is not possible).
There should be receptacles above all countertops that are 12 inches or wider.
No face-up receptacles.
At least one receptacle should be located on islands or peninsulas.

Electrical Safety Inspections Can Prevent Electrical Fires & Electrocution Risks

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.

Experienced Electrical Safety Inspectors for New Homes & Renovation Projects

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.

Electrical Home Inspection

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 (801) 876-1383 to schedule an electrical inspection today!

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Rick Keith

Elliot with Mister Sparky arrived during the specified time and was very respectful of our property. Elliot made sure he had a clear understanding of the job and what was expected and provided me with a clear outline of what he was going to do, along with the flat rate cost. I was apprehensive that the job would be unreasonably expensive with unexpected add ons and was getting ready to say No Thank you when I was provided with what I believe was a fair price for the amount of time the job actually took from start to finish. Elliot was friendly, easy to talk to and I felt comfortable asking question or talking about concerns. Thanks Elliott and Mister Sparky from a very satisfied customer. I do believe that a fair price and friendly service does a long way!

Nancy Allman

I had a lot of work for them and he was able to get it all done in one day, he even had to go to the store for parts did a fantastic job. Checked our whole house. Ran a new line in our garage because several sockets, out there, wire got nicked and stopped working . Now fixed. But cost $1,400. $400 to checked problems and $1000 to run wire. They came back to do re wiring our bedroom had to re wire the light re wire outlets and put in a new electric panel. They came out at the last minute and finished up before my big party I feel very safe now. Before our electric was tripping every day with fear of house burning down. Now I feel safe. But once again it was very expensive $4,500. They were fast. Precise, neat, professional, and did a good job.

Benjamin Petrie

I looked for a quote on Angie’s List for a ceiling fan install and Mister Sparky were the most-communicative and straightforward with their safety inspections and quoting. Elliot came out and did the quote and helped break down what I needed and some safety and quality of life upgrades, then helped explain my choices. They offered to do the work same day which was convenient. I opted to take some time to think about it and scheduled for a week or so later. On the day of our appointment, I did need to call and make sure they were still coming as I didn’t get any confirmation. They let me know they were running a little late but assured me they were on their way. The manager called an hour later and explained a job was going longer than planned to address some safety concerns, but someone was still coming. 3 hours after the original appointment window, I got a call asking to reschedule. They were really nice to work with, and a little more communication would have been appreciated. Kyle and Robin came out to do the job and they were very communicative and respectful. They did a really clean job installing the ceiling fans. They made sure I saw how everything worked and pointed out an issue with the fan I bought so I could work out the warranty. After they left, I realized a three way switch wasn’t wired the way I expected, but I think that’s an easy fix. Overall, I would recommend them for quality of work, timing, and customer satisfaction.

Luis Calderon

Elliot and Anthony did a great job finishing a complex job in a day, Anthony even stayed late (with his supervisor I believe?) to make sure the job got done. The project included replacing most of the outlets and switches in the home to aluminum compatible devices, along with a new electrical panel. The day after, Elliot came back (with another electrician whose name I forgot) to label the panel and fix any mishaps that we noticed. Would be a 5 star review if they cleaned up a little better after themselves and, at the very least, told us about breaking a family souvenir from Peru. We found the souvenir placed back on the shelf it likely fell from and still finding pieces of copper lying around the house, which is a concern with little ones running around the house. Overall, satisfied with the services and professional demeanor of both Elliot and Anthony. Just a little disappointed about the broken souvenir.

Cathy T

Colton was my service rep today. He did a great job. Coming back tomorrow to install my new microwave, install new security lights and hang the rest of my outdoor lights for the back yard. I am so pleased with everything. He is also replacing the three prong light switch in the bathroom downstairs. A very reasonable price. I am impressed. Busy day tomorrow.

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