Do you remember the last time your home wiring was inspected? Many people struggle to answer this question. While our team recommends that you have your entire electrical system checked every three to five years, it's ideal to have your electrical wiring inspected on a yearly basis. In fact, according to HomeLight, some lenders may even require it for refinancing. Here are some of the most important reasons to hire a local electrician for yearly home wiring inspections.

To Keep Your Electrical System Working

One of the reasons why it's so important to have your home's electrical wiring inspected at least once a year is because inspecting it helps prevent issues with your electrical system. One of the most common reasons why your light fixtures may flicker or your outlets may fail to work is because your wiring is damaged. By allowing a professional to inspect your system, you can help to minimize or prevent mishaps and keep your electrical system functional. Regularly schedule your electrical inspections to keep everything running smoothly!

To Minimize Your Risk of Electrical Fires

Of course, not all electrical malfunctions are as harmless as a flickering light. Another reason why it's so important for a local electrician to inspect your home's electrical wiring annually is to help minimize the risk of electrical fires. Faulty or frayed electrical wires can create heat. This heat can then transfer to your insulation, which can lead to a fire starting. Fires can destroy your home and your personal belongings. It may even cause death. As such, this is one of the most important reasons to routinely have your wiring inspected. Keep your home safe from fire outbreaks with regular inspections.

To Ensure Your Wiring Is Up to Code

If you've been a homeowner for a while, you may know this, but building codes aren't always set in stone. Rules can often be written loosely, so be sure to keep up with the regulations in your area. Technically speaking you may not be required to bring your home up to code if your home was up to code at the time it was constructed, but there are still many good reasons to do so, especially when it comes to your home's electrical system.

Do you own a particularly old home? It may be worth reaching out to a professional electrician to get their opinion on the safety of your system. There are many reasons why code changes, typically because revelations have been made about dangers or problems associated with old materials that were considered up to code at one point. This is especially true with old types of electrical wiring, such as certain knobs and tube wiring. An electrician can inspect your electrical wiring and ensure it's up to code, helping to keep your home and your family as safe as possible.

To Catch Problems Early

The final reason why checking your electrical wiring regularly is important is that it helps to catch issues early. Preventative maintenance is important for just about all the electrical, mechanical, and structural systems in our homes. Since wires are hidden behind walls and not visible, you may not be aware that there is an issue until a larger problem occurs, such as a light fixture not working or power not flowing to a certain part of your home. By this time, the damage has been done and is likely more costly to repair than if the issue had been caught and repaired when it was minor. Regular inspections help to catch small issues before they turn into much larger ones.

There are a lot of reasons why you should have the electrical wiring in your home inspected by a licensed and local electrician at least once a year. Having the wiring inspected helps to prevent wire-related mishaps with your electrical system, minimizes the risk of electrical fires, and helps to catch wire problems early. If it's been a year or longer since your wiring was last inspected, now is the perfect time to have it re-inspected. Please don't hesitate to reach out for assistance! Give us a call today at Zold Electric Inc to schedule your appointment. We'd be more than happy to help keep your home safe.