02/10/2026
We had a customer who had a safety inspection and a critical detail was missed. They claimed she had a 200 amp service and she clearly doesn’t, their service is rated for 135amps. At this point the wire is undersized for the size breaker that is in use. (See attached image.)
Most homeowners think the inspection is the finish line.
It’s not. It’s the minimum checkpoint.
An inspector’s job is to verify code at a moment in time .not to live with the system, load it, or see how it behaves weeks, months, or years later.
As electricians, we see things inspectors never get the chance to:
• Loose connections that pass visually but fail under load
• Aging panels that are technically “code-legal” but unsafe long-term
• Shared neutrals, overheated conductors, and DIY surprises hidden behind walls
• Equipment installed correctly… but not appropriately for how the home is actually used
Passing inspection means it met minimum standards.
It does not mean it’s optimized, future-proofed, or truly safe.
That’s why we recommend a full electrical inspection, even after a permit and sign-off.
Not because someone did something wrong… but because your home deserves more than “good enough.”
Code is the floor.
Safety, reliability, and peace of mind are the goal.
If you want it done cheap and fast, inspection might be enough.
If you want it done safe and right, inspection is just the beginning.