by Amy Dritley | Sep 24, 2025 | Basement, Electric
Is Your Electrical Panel Labeled and Up to Date? An unlabeled or outdated electrical box isn’t just inconvenient—it can be a safety risk. If breakers aren’t clearly marked, it can slow you down in an emergency or make repairs more dangerous. Make sure each breaker is...
by Home Standards | May 23, 2023 | Home Inspections, Attics, Electric, Electronics
While inspecting a home from the 1950s, Jon discovered common (for that era) push-button light switches, with relay box in the attic. Always fun to come across unusual home features like these while we do our work....
by Home Standards | Oct 13, 2022 | Basement, Electric, Home Inspections, Video
While doing a home inspection recently, Aaron discovered the resident or their contractor had painted over the electrical panel, making it impossible to open or remove without disturbing the paint and/or drywall. We always recommend you avoid painting the panel for...
by Home Standards | Sep 29, 2022 | Blog, Electric, Home Inspections, News, Safety
Jon recently came across an electrical breaker box that was missing knockout covers. Uncovered spaces in a breaker box are a potential safety hazard and can be fixed by clicking in “knockout covers.” Simple and easy …and VERY important! Safety First!...
by Home Standards | Sep 27, 2022 | Bathrooms, Electric, Home Inspections, Plumbing, Safety
During a recent inspection of a new construction home, Steve discovered an interesting scene. Electrical panels are not allowed to be installed in bath areas by building code for new construction properties. Had this been an older home, it would be...
by Home Standards | Sep 19, 2022 | Attics, Buildings Exterior, Electric, Home Inspections, Insulation, Plumbing, Safety
While inspecting the roof of a 90-year-old home recently, Paul found a few air vents that were improperly flashed. The shingles should go over the sides of the vent to prevent rainwater from getting under the fixture and go into the house. During his home inspection...
