4 ways that you can insure your home passes an electrical inspection.

​Here are four ways to help ensure that your home passes an electrical inspection:
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1. 1. Hire a licensed electrician: It is important to hire a licensed electrician to conduct any electrical work in your home. A licensed electrician in Richmond Hill has the knowledge and expertise to ensure that the electrical work is up to code and meets safety standards.
2. Conduct regular maintenance: Regular maintenance of your electrical system can help prevent problems and ensure that it is in good working order. This includes checking for loose connections, frayed wires, and other issues that could pose a safety hazard.
3. Upgrade outdated electrical systems: If your home has an outdated electrical system, it may not meet current safety standards and could be a safety hazard. Consider changing to a modern electrical system that can handle the power demands of modern appliances and electronics.  This may involve upgrading your service to 200 amps if you don't already have that.
4. Install smoke detectors: Smoke detectors are an important safety feature that can help protect your home from fires. It is important to install smoke detectors in each bedroom and on every level of your home, and to test them regularly to ensure they are in good working order.  This is in accordance to the Ontario Fire Code.

​In the Mill Pond neighbourhood, a homeowner was preparing to sell their 1970s-era house when they ran into a major roadblock—an outdated electrical panel and aluminum wiring that wouldn't pass inspection. Worried about potential buyers walking away, they called Electricians Richmond Hill for help.

Our team quickly assessed the situation and proposed a full electrical retrofit, replacing the aging aluminum wiring with copper and upgrading their outdated panel to a modern 200-amp service. We also installed arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) to meet current safety codes and ensure compliance with Ontario Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) regulations.

When the inspector arrived, the improvements we made passed on the first attempt, saving the homeowner time and ensuring a smooth sale. The new buyers were thrilled to move into a home with a safe, up-to-code electrical system. If you need electrical work done right the first time, trust Electricians Richmond Hill to deliver top-quality service!

By following these steps, you can help ensure that your home passes an electrical inspection and that your electrical system is safe and up to code.

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