Electrical Safety Inspections

Protect Your Home and Family with a Professional Electrical Inspection

At Smartwire, your family’s safety is our top priority. With over 40 years of experience serving the Greater Richmond area, Smartwire is your go-to trusted, licensed, bonded, and insured electrical contractor. Our certified electricians provide comprehensive electrical safety inspections to identify hidden hazards, prevent potential fires, and ensure your home’s wiring, panels, and outlets are safe and code-compliant.

Whether you’re buying a new home, renovating, or simply haven’t had your system checked in a while, our inspections give you peace of mind that your electrical system is functioning safely and efficiently.

Why Electrical Safety Inspections Matter

Electrical issues are one of the leading causes of house fires in the U.S.—and most start with problems hidden behind walls or in aging or outdated wiring such as knob and tube or aluminum wiring. A professional inspection can catch these issues before they become dangerous.

Benefits of a Smartwire safety inspection:

• Prevent electrical fires by identifying overloaded circuits or faulty connections

• Detect hidden wear and tear in outlets, switches, and wiring

• Ensure code compliance for older homes and recent renovations

• Improve efficiency and reliability of your electrical system

• Protect your investment and keep your insurance coverage valid

How Often Should You Schedule an Electrical Inspection?

How often depends on your home’s age, usage, and recent upgrades. As a general guideline:

• Every 3–5 years for most homes

• Every 1–2 years for older homes (over 40 years old)

• Before buying or selling a home

• After major renovations or adding new appliances

• After a lightning strike, power surge, or electrical fault

Regular inspections help ensure your electrical system remains safe and efficient as your family’s power needs grow.

Signs It’s Time for an Electrical Safety Inspection

You should schedule an inspection if you notice any of the following warning signs:

• Frequently tripped breakers or blown fuses

• Lights that flicker or dim unexpectedly

• Outlets that feel warm or make buzzing sounds

• Burning or smoky smells near outlets or switches

• Two-prong or outdated outlets without grounding

• Sparking, scorch marks, or visible wire damage

• You’ve recently installed high-power appliances (EV charger, HVAC, etc.)

These symptoms can indicate dangerous conditions like overloaded circuits, loose connections, or degraded insulation—all of which should be addressed immediately by a licensed electrician.

What Our Electrical Safety Inspection Includes

A Smartwire electrical inspection covers every major part of your home’s electrical system:

• Main electrical panel and circuit breakers

• Wiring condition and grounding

• Outlets, switches, and GFCI/AFCI protection

• Smoke and CO detector functionality

• Lighting fixtures and junction boxes

• Surge protection and overall system load balance

After your inspection, you’ll receive a clear report outlining any issues and recommended repairs or upgrades—so you can make informed decisions about your home’s safety.

Stay Safe with Smartwire

Don’t wait for a tripped breaker or burning smell to tell you something’s wrong.
Schedule your Smartwire Electrical Safety Inspection today and protect your home, family, and peace of mind.e!