Foreclosure Inspection >> Electrical Devices Inspection
Electrical Devices Inspection
Inspection of smoke detectors
Location: .................... Smoke detector at ……………. is not operational --> Replace battery or install new detector rather than trying to fix.
Inspection of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs)
Location of GFCIs: -- Bathroom -- Kitchen
GFCIs have “Test” and “Reset” buttons. Press test button to break and press reset button to turn the circuit back on.
GFCI at …………….. not operational --> Have one installed.
Above is a photograph of a typical Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
Types of circuit interrupters
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) - Inexpensive life-saving electrical feature that all modern homes must have in bathrooms, pools, garages, spas and hot tubs, hydro tubs, massage equipment, kitchen countertops, unfinished basements, crawlspaces, and wet bars.
Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI) have been in use since 2002. AFCIs are newly-developed electrical devices for protection against fires caused by arcing faults in the home electrical systems. Conventional circuit breakers only respond to short circuits and overloads. They do not protect you against arcing causing erratic current flow.
All electricity lines that are exposed to weather condition must be covered by a conduit against any damage. Electricity can kill you! Contact a licensed electrician or electrical contactor for repair, replacement or maintenance.
Inspection of ceiling fans
Ceiling Fan: Located at ……………. -- Operational -- Not operational -- Unusual noise/vibration -- Not well supported --> Repair or replace.
Additional information on inspection of electrical devices
Main disconnect switch is required if house has more than six breakers. Two wires should not be connected to one non-rated breaker.
House with old system protected by fuses and other old electrical equipment should be upgraded to meet new National Electrical Code (NEC). Many home electrical systems are not in compliance with the latest electrical standards as the National Electrical Code (NEC) was not legislated retroactively.
Since the electrical system is a matter safety and outdated electrical system may cause electric shocks, servicing of the electrical system by a licensed electrician to maintain updated system complying with the latest National Electrical Code recommended.
When fuses are in use, use the right size amp when replacing fuses as all fit into the same fuse folder. Larger size fuse will not blow --> wire may overheat and cause fire. Loose fuses may lead to fire.
Wire nuts (insulated twist-on connectors, Marr/Marette connectors) should be used inside boxes.