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Home electrical safety inspection checklist
A residential safety walk-through to sell as a yearly visit. Work to the NEC as adopted locally and the manufacturer instructions.
Home electrical safety inspection checklist
A residential safety walk-through to sell as a yearly visit. Work to the NEC as adopted locally and the manufacturer instructions.
Service and panel
- Check the service entrance, meter base and mast for damage
- Open the panel: look for scorching, double taps and loose lugs
- Verify breaker sizes match the wire gauge
- Check grounding and bonding (electrode, water pipe bond)
- Note panel brand, amperage and age
Protection
- Test GFCI outlets and breakers in kitchens, baths, garage and outdoors
- Test AFCI breakers where installed
- Check for whole-house surge protection
- Test smoke and CO detectors and note their dates
Inside the home
- Spot-check receptacles for loose or warm connections
- Look for extension cords used as permanent wiring
- Check that fixtures use the correct bulb wattage
- Check bath and kitchen exhaust fan operation
Outside and backup
- Check outdoor receptacles have in-use covers
- Inspect the AC disconnect and whip
- Test the generator transfer switch or interlock if present
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