Running into electrical issues and emergencies is never a fun experience for anyone, and often comes at the most inconvenient of times. However, when it comes to electrical safety and efficiency, scheduling regular inspections for your home or workplace, might help prevent electrical hazards from arising in the first place.
Below are 3 electrical inspections that can keep you, your family and your workplace safe.
After a serious storm event where damage is expected
With Queenslanders being accustomed to storm cells and severe weather conditions, troubleshooting electrical issues can be easily overlooked after a major storm. However, if your property is damaged, has experienced flooding or a significant power outage, it is best practice to have your electrical systems inspected to ensure no hidden defects or electrical hazards. In the case you have experienced flooding, do not attempt to identify any electrical issues before a licensed professional has inspected both the wiring and any additional appliances at risk. When storm season is approaching or coming to an end, a routine inspection is a great way to proactively find damage before it escalates into a more serious issue.
After purchasing a new property
Once a new property is secured, it is the homeowner’s responsibility to ensure electrical safety for the property and those who live or visit. By making a conscious effort to have routine electrical safety inspections, you are futureproofing your property, household members and guests from electrical damages and potential injuries.
If your home is older than 25 years old
We often come across older homes that have had the same owners for multiple decades that have unresolved electrical problems hiding just out of plain sight. It is not unheard of for these properties to experience unexplained tripped circuits or power outages and for these to be so commonplace they aren’t deemed serious enough for an electrician to investigate. However, it is incredibly important that if a property is experiencing electrical issues, or is over 25 years old, a licensed electrician is engaged for an annual inspection. Often, their wiring is old, the circuit breaker isn’t working properly, and in some cases, illegal DIY work has been conducted putting all household members in serious harm. These electrical issues are much easier to rectify before a major disaster has occurred at the property, such as an electrical fire.
Electrical inspections are designed to help troubleshoot electrical issues before they become a serious, damaging event. The Ehlerth Electrical team are well trained in conducting safe, proactive electrical inspection and take home electrical safety very seriously. If you need help in this area, please reach out to the Ehlerth Electrical team today!
