Home Electrical Inspections & Safety Check In Toronto
Whole Home Electrical Assessments
Our whole home assessment provides you with in-depth and accurate information about your home’s entire electrical system. You may need this information to ensure that your home is safe and in compliance, or your insurance company may request this information from you.
You may also find it beneficial to have our team conduct a whole home assessment in advance of a move, since electrical systems are a key part of a home assessmentchecklist. Identifying and fixing any electrical issues now can lead to a smoother, faster, and more profitable sale in the near future.
Our Whole Home Assessment Includes:
- Analyzing the circuit load for each individual circuit throughout your home, including attic, basement, garage, and backyard.
- Checking for any loose, corroded, or damaged (i.e. high impedance) connections, which commonly occur over time.
- Verifying that all receptacles (plugs and outlets) have the proper polarity.
- Ensuring that all circuits are properly grounded. This is critical to avoid shocks or fires.
Directory and Recommendations
In addition to the above electrical services, our team will create a detailed directory of your home’s electrical system. We will also provide you with a list of recommendations and a quote to resolve each identified deficiency, issue, or code violation. We will further highlight issues that are causing or are likely to cause dangerous or unsafe conditions, and therefore require your urgent attention.
When Should You Get a Whole Electrical Home Inspection in Toronto, ON?
Faulty wiring, outdated panels, and outdated aluminum wiring can put your home and family at risk. Get peace of mind by scheduling a home electrical check:
- Get a house electrical inspection if you’re buying or selling a home to find hidden electrical issues that could potentially lower property value or require expensive upgrades later on.
- You notice flickering lights or frequent breaker trips, which could suggest damaged wiring and connections.
- Your home is over 20 years old, making the older electrical systems inadequate for today’s power demands.
- Get a home wiring assessment if you plan to install an EV charger to prevent overheating and outages.
- A residential electrical assessment may be required by your insurance company if the house has aluminum wiring.
From charging your phone to running heavy electrical loads such as home appliances and shop tools, the electrical system is critical to your daily life—make sure it can handle your demands safely.
Benefits of Getting Electrical Home Safety Inspection Services
20% of all house fires in Canada are due to faulty wiring. Unfortunately, many problems go unnoticed because “everything seemed fine.” A pre-emptive assessment gives you peace of mind, confirming that your electrical system is up to ESA code, properly grounded, and safe for daily use.
Avoid costly repairs by catching electrical problems early. A professional home wiring assessmentidentifies frayed wiring, short circuits, outdated components, and overloaded circuits before they can cause fires.
Getting a home assessment can also help reduce your home insurance premiums, especially if your home was built in the 70s or 80s. Some insurance companies may even refuse to insure a house unless a comprehensive assessment is completed by an ESA-licensed electrician.
Common Issues Discovered During a Home Electrical Safety Assessment
Though a home may be up to electrical code when it was built, its electrical setup may become out-of-date or insufficient for modern electrical demands. Here are some of the more common issues that an assessment can reveal:
- Knob-and-tube and aluminum wiring that can’t handle modern power demands.
- Too many devices on a single circuit can cause overheating.
- Unsafe modifications made by previous homeowners.
- Old panels may not provide proper circuit protection.
- Two-prong outlets lack proper grounding, creating shock hazards.
- Frayed or chewed wires pose a serious risk of electrical fires.
- Lack of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) protection in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor outlets.
Trust an Experienced Team for a Home Electrical Assessment Near You in Toronto, ON
Since 1991, Langstaff & Sloan has been Toronto’s go-to choice for reliable, ESA-compliant electrical services. Our licensed master electricians specialize in residential electrical safety. Expect precision, transparency, and quality workmanship.
We also specialize in seamless pot light installations, energy-efficient upgrades, and thorough safety checks that meet insurance and ESA requirements.
We treat your home respectfully, avoiding damage and disruption when accessing wiring. What’s more, expect cost-effective fixes that suit your budget and your home’s needs while minimizing drywall repairs. Plus, get peace of mind with no-surprise, upfront pricing and a highly-rated team that boasts a 4.7 rating (out of 5) on Google.
A Word of Warning
It is critical to keep in mind that only licensed commercial electrical in contractors in Toronto can legally conduct an assessment of your home’s electrical systems. Choosing an unlicensed contractor will put your property and family at risk, and may lead to your home insurance policy being cancelled. You may also be subject to fines and lawsuits if anyone – including the unlicensed workers themselves – are injured on your premises.
To know more about our comprehensive whole home assessment service, or to schedule an assessment, contact us today at 6474928193. We are one of the most trusted and respected licensed commercial electrical in contractors in Toronto, and throughout GTA and Ontario.