Whether it’s new construction or remodeling work, make sure a licensed electrician does it. Here at Galloway Building Inspections, Troy Galloway is an engineer and a top-notch building inspector. A full-service commercial and residential building inspection company. Offering a full range of professional testing and litigation construction expert witness services.
Building Inspections include:
- Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical
- Roofing & Siding
- HVAC or Cooling & Heating
- Structures, Exteriors, Interiors
Electrical inspections are critical when considering buying a house or putting your home up for sale. It’s to ensure peace of mind and everything is up to code and safe, especially if it’s an old home, to prevent electrical fires.
Two Rounds of Electrical Inspection
The most in-depth inspections occur when electrical work requires building permits, such as during the construction of a new home or significant room addition. For example, major remodeling work to a kitchen or bathroom requires permits and electrical inspections. The inspection process aims to ensure that the applicable electrical codes are followed and that the installation is safe. In these instances, an electrical inspector will need to visit you on at least two occasions.
The first meet is called the rough-in inspection, and this occurs when you have installed all the electrical boxes, cables, conduits, and wires to the point that you are ready for the walls to be closed up by surfaces. The rough-in inspection must happen before the insulation is installed, so the inspector can see all of the wire runs from the service panel to fixtures and appliances.
The second inspection is the final inspection, which takes place when the house is complete, but before you are allowed to use the space. At this point, everything is almost done, and all the walls are closed in, the painting is finished, the floors are complete, and you are ready to install the furniture. If the inspector approves your work now, it means that it meets professional standards and it’s up to code.
Bottom Line
To save yourself the frustration and the heartache of making mistakes, it’s a good idea to ask the inspector for the specifics before any work has begun to ensure you have everything for a smooth inspection. Let Galloway Building Inspections provide with you a comprehensive inspection today at 314.520.6655!