ELECTRICAL SAFETY
INSPECTIONS
A professional electrical inspection gives you a clear picture of what is safe, what is not, and what needs attention. Written report included with every inspection. Serving Maryland and Washington DC.
Why Get an Electrical Inspection?
Maryland and DC homes face unique electrical challenges. Older row houses in DC carry outdated wiring. Suburban Maryland homes built in the 1970s and 80s often have panels that were never designed for today's electrical loads. An inspection by a licensed electrician gives you a clear, documented picture of your system's condition.
For homebuyers, an electrical inspection before closing can uncover issues not visible during a standard home inspection. For landlords, it documents code compliance and protects you if questions arise later. For homeowners, it is the simplest way to know your system is safe.
We serve all of Maryland, Washington DC, and the surrounding DMV region. Every inspection is conducted by a licensed electrician, not a general contractor doing a quick visual sweep.
When to Schedule an Inspection
- Buying a home in Maryland or DC and want more than a standard home inspection
- Home has not been electrically inspected in 10 or more years
- Landlord preparing a rental property for new tenants
- Home has aluminum wiring, a Zinsco or Federal Pacific panel
- Planning a major renovation and need to know what the existing system can handle
- Insurance company has requested documentation of electrical condition
- Noticing warning signs like flickering lights, warm outlets, or burning smell
What We Check
Every inspection covers your full electrical system from the service entrance to the last outlet.
Electrical Panel
Proper sizing, breaker condition, labeling, signs of overheating, and code compliance.
Outlets and Switches
Proper grounding, polarity, GFCI protection in wet areas, and physical condition.
Visible Wiring
Damaged insulation, improper connections, outdated wiring types, and code violations.
Smoke and CO Detectors
Testing all detectors, checking battery condition, and proper placement per code.
Grounding System
Verifying your home's grounding is intact and meets current code requirements.
GFCI and AFCI Protection
Confirming required protection is present in all locations required by Maryland and DC code.
Inspection Types and Pricing
Written report included with every inspection. No pressure to book repairs on the spot.
| Inspection Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Full Residential Safety Inspection | Starting at $250 |
| Pre-Purchase Inspection | Starting at $299 |
| Rental and Landlord Inspection | Starting at $350 |
| Panel and Service Assessment | Starting at $199 |
Types of Inspections
Residential Safety Inspection
Comprehensive review of your home's full electrical system including panel, wiring, outlets, switches, GFCI protection, and smoke detector wiring.
Pre-Purchase Inspection
Scheduled before closing on a home. Identifies code violations, safety hazards, and items needing repair so buyers have accurate information before they are locked in.
Rental and Landlord Inspection
Documents electrical condition of a rental property for Maryland and DC landlords. Covers tenant safety requirements, code compliance, and items requiring correction.
Panel and Service Assessment
Focused inspection on the electrical panel and main service entry. Identifies outdated equipment, overloaded circuits, corrosion, and improper wiring.
Renovation Pre-Inspection
Before starting a remodel or addition, this establishes what the existing system can support and identifies issues that must be resolved before new work begins.
GFCI and AFCI Compliance Check
Reviews your home for proper ground fault and arc fault protection required by code in Maryland and DC kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and bedrooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a safety inspection include?
We inspect the main electrical panel, service entry, branch circuit wiring, outlets, switches, GFCI and AFCI protection, grounding, bonding, and visible wiring conditions throughout the home. We check for code violations, signs of overheating or improper work, outdated equipment, and any conditions that create a shock or fire hazard. At the end, you receive a written report that documents every finding and recommends corrective action where needed. A typical home inspection takes one to two hours.
How is this different from a standard home inspection?
A general home inspector covers dozens of systems in a few hours. They look for obvious issues but are not licensed electricians and are not equipped for a detailed electrical assessment. We focus entirely on your electrical system and identify problems a home inspector would miss, including improper panel wiring, incorrect breaker sizing, aluminum branch wiring, missing ground fault protection, and more.
Do you provide a written report?
Yes. Every inspection includes a written report that documents findings, identifies code violations or safety concerns, and outlines recommended repairs or upgrades. The report is in plain language with photographs where relevant. Homebuyers can share it with their realtor or use it in purchase negotiations. Landlords use it as documentation of property condition.
Is an electrical inspection required when selling a home in Maryland or DC?
Maryland and DC do not universally require a seller to provide an electrical inspection report, but many buyers request one or include it as a contingency. For sellers, an inspection before listing can prevent last-minute surprises. For buyers, it is one of the most valuable due diligence steps you can take, since electrical repairs can range from minor to tens of thousands of dollars.
What happens if the inspection finds problems?
We document every finding in the report and explain what it means in plain terms. For items requiring correction, we describe what work needs to be done and provide pricing for any repairs you want us to handle. There is no pressure to book additional work on the spot. We give you an honest assessment and let you decide how to proceed.
Schedule Your Electrical Inspection
Written report included. Serving Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia.