Electrical Inspections

Ensuring Code Compliance & Safety Standards

Mister Sparky® holds ourselves to the strictest standards, including compliance with all local and national codes dictated by the National Electrical Code (NEC). Our standards ensure our customers' homes are as safe and as reliable as possible, and also protects their investment: by complying with the NEC, our electricians make sure homeowners can sell their homes with minimal trouble.

For homeowners who are buying, selling, or considering a new home, electrical inspections are crucial to a.) understanding what you're getting into, and b.) ensuring a home is safe. Even newly-remodeled homes might have neglected electrical systems with aging components, outdated design, and other problems that range from inconvenient to dangerous.

It's also worth noting that older homes might not be up to the most recent codes, as the NEC is constantly improving and iterating. Even if a home is up to code, it may not be suited for the demanding power needs of the average family. With several laptops, smartphones, screens, and other devices for each family member, having reliable power everywhere in the house is vital—an inspection lets you know what you're working with.

Local jurisdictions and code enforcement boards inspect for compliance with the minimum standards, as set forth in code. The extensively trained and licensed technicians at Mister Sparky electrical comply with all local and state codes. Our techs are specifically trained to flag and take corrective action to keep your property and family safe.

Some electric code violation guidelines include:

Bathrooms

GFCI receptacles are required in bathrooms.
There must be a receptacle within 3 feet of the outside edge of the sink basin.
No receptacles face-up on countertops.

To avoid critical overloading on receptacles where high wattage power devices like hair dryers could be in use, there must be at least one separate 20 amp. branch circuit.

General Rooms

There should be wall receptacles every 12 feet.
Receptacles should be on any wall space that is more than 24 inches wide.
Hallways more than 10 feet in length must have at least one receptacle.

Kitchens

All countertops receptacles must be GFCI (ground fault current interrupter).
There can be no receptacles more than 20 inches above countertops (Exceptions are for the physically handicapped and for islands or peninsulas where this is not possible).
There should be receptacles above all countertops that are 12 inches or wider.
No face-up receptacles.
At least one receptacle should be located on islands or peninsulas.

Electrical Safety Inspections Can Prevent Electrical Fires & Electrocution Risks

Outdated wiring is one of the most common problems found in older homes. Fires can start when wires fray or when breaker boxes can’t handle the demands placed upon them. When these things occur, heat transfer to surrounding objects can cause them to smoke or ignite. Arcing is an even more dangerous possibility where the electrical current jumps across connections instead of moving through a circuit. This is essentially a form of lightning and the risk of fire or electric shock is very real. Ungrounded plugs and faulty outlets are also causes of home fires. The best way to stop fires and electrocution from happening is to have your home electric system inspected by a pro.

Experienced Electrical Safety Inspectors for New Homes & Renovation Projects

Protect your investment and avoid surprises by getting an electrical inspection for your new home or renovation. Mister Sparky provides comprehensive inspections to uncover hidden electrical risks. We can also help you determine how new appliances will affect your home if you are making upgrades. If you are adding a new water heater system, extra refrigerators, an outdoor oven, or more space heaters, these will all make heavy demands on your home’s wiring and breakers.

If you need to upgrade your box or add a new subpanel, we can advise you on next steps. If you are unsure about the state of your system, our team can tell you the exact condition of your home’s outlets, wiring, breakers, grounding, and insulation.

Electrical Home Inspection

Inspections are quick and remarkably affordable. By making sure you have a thorough electrical inspection completed by a qualified Mister Sparky electrician before buying, selling, or remodeling a home, you can help ensure your home's electrical system operates at the highest level of safety possible. Our trained technicians can provide whole house rewiring and evaluation of your circuits to ensure compliance to code and the safe delivery of electrical current within your home.

Call (210) 899-2430 to schedule an electrical inspection today!

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Jose Ruiz was prompt and professional. He installed a ceiling fan for me, and I was very happy with the result. I appreciated his attention to detail and pleasant demeanor. Will be scheduling for fuse-box upgrade with him soon.

- Huyen Nguyen

Recently had major work done, main electrical panel outside and changing/updating bedroom fluorescents to led. Wow a lot but thankfully I had Joseph to help me thru it. He explained the entire situation to me, presented several options to me and answered all my questions. Hope I do not need electrical often but when I do Mr sparky getting my call. Exceptional service and the price was right.

- dan goguen

Timothy Fernandez came out to our house to mount a TV above our fireplace. He was outstanding, explained the best solution. There was not an outlet above our fireplace. He wired an outlet and walked us through everything he did. Throughly explained the warranty. We will definitely recommend.

- Gene Kimball

I had an emergency issue that required me to call an electrician rather than someone I knew. So I decided to find an electric company online that I thought would come by after hours (about 6:30PM) and let me just say, thank you Lord for having me call Mr. Sparky first. From the moment I got Autumn on the phone to having Stephen Uresti come out to the chaos I was dealing with, my experience was nothing short of amazing. I lost half the power going to my house not realizing the extent of how bad the situation was and Stephen made me feel at ease with getting everything fixed. I had to replace my main panel box outside as well as my inside panel box which was all an absolute disaster. Stephen was very communicative with me and helped me navigate my way through such a terrifying time and needless to say a huge financial decision. (Which was 100000% worth it) Not only did I receive excellent customer service from him but the meticulous work him and the guys did was 5 star. Stephen made sure my house was safe in the end and I can’t forget Robert Stewart and Tommy who did such an amazing job getting my panel boxes in and the beautiful workmanship they performed. Mr. Sparky, Stephen and crew, has not only saved my family and home, but restored my faith in humanity that there really are companies that care about people not just their pocket books. I’m proud to say I had work done by Mr. Sparky and will always call them first and recommend to anyone needing electrical work done in and on their home. What a fantastic crew I received who took care of me in such stressful traumatic time. 10/10 would recommend.

- Autumn Henderson

Frank was able to come out the day after we called and installed a GFCI outlet right where we needed it in our master toilet with no disturbance to the wider drywall. He also rerouted two wires that were a major tripping hazard up in our attic. Great service, would use again and recommend!

- Eric Hinrichsen

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