Electrical Safety Inspections & Surge Protection in Skokie, IL
Protect your property with professional inspections and surge protection from Peak Property Electric LLC
Complete electrical safety inspections for your home
Our inspections identify hazards that put your property at risk. We examine your panel, wiring, grounding systems, and outlets to catch code violations and outdated components before they become dangerous.
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Hazard detection
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Code compliance review
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System testing
Whole-house surge protection keeps your electronics safe
Lightning strikes and power surges damage expensive equipment and create fire risks. Our surge protection systems guard your entire home against these threats.
Whole-home systems
Main panel surge protectors defend your entire electrical system from power surges.
Point-of-use protection
Additional protection at outlets safeguards sensitive electronics and appliances.
GFCI and AFCI protection verification
These safety devices prevent shocks and fires. We test every protected outlet to ensure proper function.
Grounding and bonding system evaluation
Panel assessments and outlet safety verification
Smoke and carbon monoxide detector review
Grounding evaluation and detector testing included
How we inspect and protect your property
Initial consultation
We discuss your concerns and schedule a time that works for your schedule.
System examination
Our licensed electrician examines your entire system and tests all safety devices.
Detailed findings
We provide a detailed report with clear recommendations for repairs or upgrades.
Protection installation
We start by listening to your concerns and understanding your property's electrical history and any issues you've noticed.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about electrical safety and surge protection.
Most homes in Skokie benefit from inspections every three to five years, though older properties may need more frequent checks. If you've experienced power surges, flickering lights, or haven't had an inspection in over five years, contact us for an assessment.
While not universally mandated by code, surge protection is strongly recommended for homes in Cook County where lightning strikes and power fluctuations are common. Modern electrical codes increasingly require whole home surge protection in new installations.
Our inspections examine your panel, wiring, grounding systems, outlets, switches, and overall code compliance. We test for proper grounding, identify outdated components, and assess your surge protection needs throughout the property.
A typical residential inspection takes two to three hours depending on your home's size and age. We'll walk you through our findings and provide a detailed report with recommendations.
Cook County homes often have outdated aluminum wiring, insufficient grounding, and aging panels that lack modern surge protection. We frequently find undersized circuits and outlets that don't meet current safety standards.
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