Commonly used in North America from about 1880 into the 1940s, Knob-and-Tube (K&T) wiring was an early method of electrical wiring in many buildings. Nowadays,…
The Federal Pacific Electric Company was a very popular manufacturer of electrical panel boxes and breakers during the time period of the middle 1950 to…
Electrical problems are some of the most common and serious issues I find as a NJ Home inspector. Some are simple fixes, others are safety…
When I inspect older homes in New Jersey, one of the most common places I find problems is in the electrical system. These houses were…
If you are buying a home in New Jersey, and especially if it is an older one, you may come across two-prong outlets or notice…
If you are buying a home in New Jersey or already own one, you may come across the term double tapped breaker in an inspection…
If you are buying an older home in New Jersey, one thing that should never be overlooked is the electrical panel. It might not be…
One of the most common electrical issues I report during NJ home inspections is the absence or improper installation of GFCI outlets. Most people have…
As home inspectors in New Jersey, we still come across electrical panel boxes that are made by the Zinsmeyer company. These panels were installed in…
NJ home inspectors should inspect for and identify moisture or water entry into a home’s electrical panel box. The home inspection standards of practice in…