Hey, Willis here.
Digging the next one out. CPI Goals.
The breaker box was made by “Federal Pacific” with Stab lok breakers. It is widely regarded that these panels are a safety hazard and should be replaced. Most insurance companies will not insure a home with this type of box. Contact a licensed electrician for evaluation and possible replacement.
All of the circuit breakers appeared serviceable.
GFCI breakers noted to only bathroom areas and to exterior of house.
Several loose wires noted in the electrical panel box, a loose ground and a loose neutral wire. Have electrician
review and repair.
The breaker box was made by “Federal Pacific” with Stab lok breakers. It is widely regarded that these panels are a safety hazard and should be replaced. Most insurance companies will not insure a home with this type of box. Contact a licensed electrician for evaluation and possible replacement.
AFCI tester indicators (sometimes called AFCI testers) are portable devices designed to test AFCI functionality. They create waveform patterns similar to those produced by actual arc faults, thereby causing working AFCIs to trip. AFCI indicators are considerably larger and more expensive (by several hundred dollars) than ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) indicators and are of questionable effectiveness. For these reasons, they are not used as widely as GFCI indicators.
The photo is of a main service panel taken at a routine inspection I performed. The panel was in good condition with 200v service and all 240 amp tandem breakers in place and proper labeling for breakers. The panel had an easily read load spec sheet and all breakers matched the panel specs. The panel had no main shut off it was located at the meter on the exterior. The home had live power and the service front was not taken off. Sorry was not able to upload photograph to your program.
The article I read was electrical panels by Nick Gromicko. I learned from the article not only to look out for ones self with safety glasses, electrical gloves, and looking for all indication of moisture, but also to be aware of the client when along with you on inspections. Especially the part about standing between them and the panel and letting them know not to touch you if a charge or shock occurs during the inspection of the panel. The article was also insightful about testing the outside of the panel for any electrical charge before opening, which I intend to do from now on.
There are 3 bathroom power outlets on a 20 amp breaker. They are GFCI protected. Two in the master bathroom and one in the front bathroom. They are wired into a single GFIC outlet located in the front bathroom. The GFCI is operating normally and power is secured to all 3 outlet when tripped.
Electrical safety is a concern for not only the home inspector but the occupants of the home as well. It is a good practice to respect all electrical equipment and treat it as if it energized. Insure that all proper protective equipment is utilized.
Observed outside 3 gang switch Box with the GFCI controlling light fixtures And 2 receptacles everything appears in working order Is on a 15 amp isolated circuit Test button and reset button button work fine Missing outside covers also observed a dimmer switch On the exterior of the house Would recommend installing out exterior covers and check with a qualified professional about the dimmer switch being allowed for the exterior Of the house even though covered by a lanai
In looking through the gallery I was looking at the Double tapped breakers at 1st which I know is not right you don’t wanna double tap should be a single tap on all lines whether it’s you’re hot you’re neutral or ground on buzz bars Too great of a chance of overheating And starting a fire also observed in the picture even though it says it’s all right That wires were stripped back what I would consider too far No more than a quarter of an inch exposed wire ,Would recommend calling a qualified professional for further in Evaluation
This picture was taken in a house that was built in 1988. As you can see there is no GFI in the spare bathroom. This bathroom looks to be remodeled but they did not update the receptacles. The picture doesnt show it, but the master bathroom or the kitchen aslo does not have updated GFI’s.
this is a non GFCI receptacle in a bedroom, according to the tester this receptacle is wired in reverse polarity. this receptacle needs to be repaired by a qualified electrical technician and possibly upgraded to a GFCI receptacle for safety reasons.
This is a photo of a CL 200 meter can. It has a disconnect switch and the main panel is located some 20 feet away and the feeder is a service lateral into a 200 Amp Main. In recent months we have had several lightning strikes losing the septic pump, Central Air conditioner and the irrigation pump.
when on well water system it is important to keep a check on the bladder tank. if the membrane gets water long or somehow loses pressure it will cause the well pump to short cycle and burn out the pump motor. bladder tank is cheaper to replace then the pump motor.
As illustrated in this picture this guy got shocked because it looks like the receptacle got wet behind the wall. There should have been a GFI in all the bathrooms and in the kitchen. Dont forget to always keep the area where you are working around electrical conponents dry.
For my writing assignment I have chosen to go into further detail about panel issues. Panels require access of at least 30 inches in width, 36 inches of space in front, and 78 inches of head room. A few concerns to be aware of when inspecting panels are missing knockouts, rust, moisture intrusion and damaged breakers.
As you can see the exterior of the service panel is corroded. it was recommended in the inspection report that a licensed reputable electrician should be contacted to inspect the electrical panel due to the serious safety issue this represents. And also its location as it located near plumbing waste pipes.
Electric Service Panels. When preparing to inspect the service panel make sure you have the proper protective equipment and clothing. Look at the exterior of the panel for damage, corrosion and evidence of frayed wiring entering the panel and make sure the panel is not warm or have any evidence of arcing.
Attached is a photo of a grounded electrical outlet in a farm style home. Outlet is providing adequate electricity for the appliances that are plugged into the outlet. The problem I have is that the receptacle is fully exposed. I would let the customer know that this is a simple fix, something the homeowner can do themselves. Go to the nearest home improvement store and buy a receptacle cover for the outlet.
