Inspector Mike's Blog

Many home inspection reports call out the lack of GFCI receptacles. Many of these areas are 'grandfathered' in so far as having to install these devices. Using the 2008 NEC here are the locations that are now required. 1.) Bathrooms. 2.) Garages: This includes GDO's (garage door openers), freezer...

I was recently asked if I could perform an electrical certification for a home. What most Realtors do not know is that only an Electrical Safety Inspector can inspect the electrical installation and determine if it has been properly installed. Why can't an electrician do this? I am a Licensed Ele...