Home Inspection Corrections in Lake Zurich

Modern life would be impossible without electricity; however, the electrical system in your Lake Zurich home might be full of hidden dangers. Unless you have a degree in electrical engineering and the proper tools, it is often difficult to detect them.

Thankfully Watts Electrical & Construction Services can do it for you! Our bonded, insured and certified electricians will do a detailed assessment of your home. By detecting all possible risks, they offer safety and security. As a bonus they can provide a free quote for the necessary electrical repairs and then do the work for you!

If you’re not sure if you need an electrical home inspection, here are four reasons why you might:

1. You Have Recently Moved into an Old House

Moving into a home can be a life-changing event. Make sure it’s the good kind of life changing! Homes built before the 1980’s often have fuse boxes that can’t withstand the strain of modern appliances. There’s just too much electrical current flowing through the panel that you could end up blowing fuses all the time—or worse.

The thing is, fuse boxes were built with thinner wiring and insulation. If too much electrical current is passing through them, they can overheat and cause fires. Old wiring can also degrade over time, leaving you in a precarious situation, because electrical wires are hidden behind walls, you won’t know about it until it’s too late.

2. You or Someone Else Performed DIY Renovations

Every time you work on your Lake Zurich home, there is a risk of damaging the electrical system. We know, you were very careful, but still—if you have been drilling or cutting into the walls, there is a chance that some damage has been done.

This also applies to contractors. Watts Electrical & Construction Services’s certified electricians often find major problems that have been caused by professional contractors.

3. You Are Planning Home Renovations

Our qualified, experienced and licensed electricians are pros at troubleshooting electrical problems. If you are planning a renovation but are unsure about whether your plans will affect your electrical system, it’s a good idea to get an electrical inspection. Our consultants can help you every step of the way!

4. You Need to Get House Insurance

Most insurance providers in Lake Zurich require a home safety inspection from a licensed electrician. They need to know whether your home is at risk of major damages and if your electrical system puts you and your loved ones in danger.

Some insurance providers won’t provide insurance for homes with fuse boxes. Others require that all your home’s electrical outlets have a grounding wire. We double and triple check for problems, such as:

Testing fire alarms
Testing carbon monoxide detectors
Testing for proper surge protection
Testing arc-fault circuit interrupters on the breaker panel
Checking for proper fuses in the fuse box
Analysis of outdoor electrical
Checking for damaged wiring due to pests
Assessing possible shock or electrocution hazards