Electrical Code Violations

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Do you have outdated electrical wiring, panels or have been notified to update your electrical in your home or business in Chicago, IL? Resolve electrical code violations fast with Chicago’s trusted experts. Moon Electrical & Remodeling specializes in identifying and correcting electrical code issues to ensure your property is compliant, safe, and efficient.

Signs of Code Violations

Improper Wiring:

  • Use of incorrect wire sizes for circuits
  • Inadequate or improper grounding
  • Incorrect use of wiring methods


Overloaded Circuits:

  • Circuits that are carrying a load beyond their capacity
  • Daisy-chaining multiple extension cords, leading to overloading


Faulty Electrical Panels:

  • Outdated or recalled electrical panels
  • Lack of proper labeling in the electrical panel


Unsafe Outlets and Switches:

  • Installation of outlets or switches without proper grounding
  • Inadequate spacing from combustible materials
  • Damaged or improperly installed outlets or switches

Inadequate Electrical Service:

  • Inadequate service capacity for the electrical needs of the building
  • Improper installation of service equipment


Unsafe Electrical Installations:

  • Use of improper materials or equipment
  • Poor workmanship in the installation of electrical components


Lack of GFCI Protection:

  • Missing ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection in required areas, such as kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor outlets.


Inadequate Outdoor Wiring:

  • Lack of weatherproofing for outdoor electrical components
  • Inadequate protection for underground wiring

Inadequate Electrical Service:

  • Inadequate service capacity for the electrical needs of the building
  • Improper installation of service equipment


Unsafe Electrical Installations:

  • Use of improper materials or equipment
  • Poor workmanship in the installation of electrical components


Lack of GFCI Protection:

  • Missing ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection in required areas, such as kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor outlets.


Inadequate Outdoor Wiring:

  • Lack of weatherproofing for outdoor electrical components
  • Inadequate protection for underground wiring

Inadequate Emergency Lighting:

  • Non-compliance with regulations regarding emergency lighting in certain commercial or public buildings


Missing Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors:

  • Failure to install smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors as required by local building codes


Don’t wait until code violations become a serious issue. Schedule your electrical inspection today and let Moon Electrical & Remodeling bring your property up to code.

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