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Common Electrical Home Common Electrical Home Inspection ItemsInspection Items
Service WiresService Wires
Grounding SystemGrounding System
PanelPanel
DevicesDevices
Aluminum WiringAluminum Wiring
Outdoor WiringOutdoor Wiring
Service WiresService Wires(Service Entrance Conductors)(Service Entrance Conductors)
Note Existence of WeatherheadNote Existence of Weatherhead Is weatherhead secured to structureIs weatherhead secured to structure Is there an eyebolt presentIs there an eyebolt present
Check Condition of Service CableCheck Condition of Service Cable Deteriorated insulation on conductorsDeteriorated insulation on conductors Deterioration of outer covering of cableDeterioration of outer covering of cable
Deteriorated Insulation
Grounding SystemGrounding System
Grounding Electrode ConductorGrounding Electrode Conductor Connected within 5’ of waterline entranceConnected within 5’ of waterline entrance Must be continuous wireMust be continuous wire Originate from 1Originate from 1stst means of disconnect means of disconnect
Ground RodGround Rod At least 6 ft apart if more than oneAt least 6 ft apart if more than one
Splice in Grounding Electrode Conductor (wire must be one continuous length)
Electrical PanelElectrical Panel
Double TapsDouble Taps
Incorrect Circuit SizingIncorrect Circuit Sizing Exceptions for A/C and motor loadsExceptions for A/C and motor loads
Space availableSpace available
Non Listed BreakersNon Listed Breakers
Beware certain manufacturersBeware certain manufacturers
Not Double Tapped (code compliant)
Double Tapped (code violation)
This breaker is designed for(1) or (2) wires connected at the lug.
Split Buss Panel Label
Standard Panel Label
A/C Name Plate Provides Information on Branch Circuit Requirements
Min. Wire Size
Max. Breaker Size
Min. Breaker Size
Aluminum WiringAluminum Wiring
Concerns of AluminumConcerns of Aluminum
Devices Compatible with AluminumDevices Compatible with Aluminum
AL / CU Wire NutsAL / CU Wire Nuts
Aluminum & Copper Rated Switch
Copper Only Switch
Improper CO/AL Splice Caused Excessive Heat Buildup and Failure of Copper Only Wire Nut
Proper Use of MaterialsProper Use of Materials
Lamp CordLamp Cord
Areas Considered Wet LocationsAreas Considered Wet Locations
Underground WiringUnderground Wiring
Junction BoxesJunction Boxes
LAMP CORD RUN THROUGH WALL (use not permitted)
Not Properly Secured and Supported Wire
Open J-box Behind Stove (box should be secured & covered & all taps made within the box)
Improperly Installed Attic Junction Box (box is not covered and is not secured to joist)
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