Electrical Inspection

Here are four key times to schedule an electrical inspection: when buying a house, upgrading to new appliances, living in an older home, or undertaking a major home renovation.

A Laughlin Electric technician performing an electrical inspection in Santa Barbara, CA.

Laughlin Electric Electrical Inspection in Santa Barbara, CA

Keeping the electrical systems in our homes updated and functioning properly is vital, for both personal safety and practical convenience. A routine inspection can serve that purpose as sure as a routine physical can protect our physical health. And Laughlin Electric Santa Barbara has over 30 years of experience providing reliable, proactive diagnostics that homeowners can trust.

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4 Times to Get an Electrical Inspection

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There are several good reasons to have your home's electrical panels and wiring properly inspected. Here are four of the most common times people choose to have this work done:

  • Buying a House

    When purchasing a new home, getting an electric inspection offers valuable insight into the condition of the system and helps identify any potential hazards or necessary repairs. An inspection can uncover outdated wiring, faulty outlets, or inadequate electrical panel capacity, allowing prospective buyers to make an informed decision about the property.

  • Buying New Appliances

    Upgrading to new appliances often requires more electrical power. These include air conditioners, electric water heaters, high-powered kitchen appliances, pools, and hot tubs. A electrical inspection in Santa Barbara, CA from our office can determine if the system can handle the increased load without overloading the circuits or causing electrical damage.

  • The House Is Older

    Older homes have a lot of great benefits, but it is especially important to have regular electric inspections. The systems in older houses may not meet current safety standards or may have outdated components that pose a risk. An inspection can identify potential fire hazards, faulty wiring, inadequate grounding, or outdated electrical panels.

  • Doing a Major Home Renovation

    Undertaking a major home renovation project involves significant electrical work. Whether it involves adding new rooms, upgrading the kitchen, or installing outdoor lighting, a proper inspection should be a standard part of the process. Our work will be aimed at ensuring that the system can accommodate the increased demand and that all installations comply with electrical codes and safety standards. What's more, an inspection can help identify any hidden electrical issues that may arise during the renovation process, preventing future problems or delays.

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Benefits of Regular Electrical Inspections

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Having a regular electrical inspection conducted on your home offers several important benefits that ensure the safety, efficiency, and functionality of your electrical system. Here are four of those benefits:

  • Catching Small Issues Early

    Electrical inspections help identify minor issues before they escalate into major repairs. By detecting problems early on, such as loose connections or worn-out components, homeowners can address them promptly, preventing more significant damage or even electrical failures down the road.

  • Locating Fire Risks and Shock Hazards

    The inspection can uncover overloaded circuits, old wiring, improper grounding, or bad equipment that could lead to electrical faults and dangerous electrical fires.

  • Assessing Electrical Capacity

    An electrical inspection works to ensure that a home's electrical system can handle the demands placed on it. With advancements in technology and the increasing number of electrical devices in homes today, it is imperative to ensure that the electrical system has the capacity to support these loads safely. An inspection can determine if the system needs upgrades or modifications to meet current and future requirements.

  • Lowering Energy Use and Improving Efficiency

    Another benefit of an electrical inspection is the opportunity to improve energy efficiency. Inspections can identify areas where energy is being wasted, such as inefficient lighting, outdated appliances, or power-hungry electrical systems. By addressing these inefficiencies, homeowners can lower their energy consumption, reduce utility bills, and contribute to a greener environment.

We Power Homes & Empower People

Our Santa Barbara electrical inspection technicians give homeowners peace of mind regarding their electrical systems. But even more than that, we empower them for the future by explaining, in layman's terms, what we're doing and why. Electrical work needs to be done by a licensed professional, to be sure, but that doesn't mean it should be a mystery to homeowners. We do reliable work and help people understand why we're doing it.

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Imagine a home where everything works seamlessly at your command, from lighting and climate control to security systems and entertainment. We specialize in transforming ordinary homes into smart homes in Santa Barbara, CA with our advanced high-tech solutions to provide comfort, convenience, security, and increased energy efficiency.

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At Laughlin Electric Santa Barbara, your satisfaction is our priority. See for yourself what people have to say about working with us.

  • leslie brink-tarpening
    03.13.25 - google
    Everyone at Laughlin Electric went above and beyond the call of duty. I had an emergency electrical situation and they were there immediately and stayed until absolutely everything was completed., even an expedited permit from the city. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
  • Andy Rodriguez
    03.04.25 - google
    We recently had Bob’s team install some LED lights at my office. There must have been over 40 lights that required an update. Team Laughlin did an amazing job with the install. The whole office was happy with the work. Thank you!
  • Steve Winterhalter
    02.27.25 - google
    If you are like me, you place a very high value on great service. Like me, you might also feel customer service levels from all types of businesses have plummeted since the pandemic. Not so with Laughlin Electric who from first contact to job completion exhibited the highest levels of service, communication, expertise and professionalism. Dan and Cody came to my house to take on a few projects, including hanging my flat screen on the wall. This included disappearing all related wiring. I had no idea how this could be done, but the highly skilled duo quickly conceived of a plan and got to work. Nearing completion, a vexing internet connectivity problem arose. It seemed insurmountable, and I thought the fiber company would have to come the next day to repair. But with resourcefulness, resolve and genius troubling shooting the team got everything to work perfectly. The entire experience reassured me that there are still great companies with great employees who really take care of their customers. I couldn't be happier.
  • Lawrence Nicklin
    02.20.25 - google
    Gabby customer service girl was fanstic on the phone and was able to get a electrican within less than two hours. Lucas was able to localize the issue. He also consulted with the Bob the owner who also assisted to identify a major electrical problem and remained to provide additional contacts since the problem appeared to be generated from the source. I will be contacting PGE within a day to arrange repairs.
  • Franco Mercado
    01.08.25 - google
    Excellent electricians. Did exactly what I needed. Great guys. Will use again in the future. Thanks.
  • Diane Dunhill
    12.24.24 - google
    Lucas from Laughlin Electric was knowledgeable, on time, polite and fixed all my miscellaneous issues. He knows his trade and deserves a pay raise. As a past manager I would hire him in a heartbeat....
  • Nancy Howes
    12.23.24 - google
    Laughlin Electric is an incredibly professional and knowledgable operation. Lukas, the electrician sent to our job, was thorough and made sure the job was done to my satisfaction. We will definitely use this company again!!
  • Brian Quinette
    12.23.24 - google
    I recently had Laughlin work on my new house. Well, new to me… it’s a hundred years old. Cody and Dan spent a week replacing knob-and-tube wiring, modernizing all the outlets, replacing and adding light fixtures, expanding the breaker box, and making sure the system is safe and up to date. Cody even managed to get the original doorbell functioning. A great job and great guys, and I’m really happy with how well it went. Thanks!
  • Lindsey Louder
    07.19.22 - google
    The technician was super helpful, communicative and showed up on time to relocate and repair wiring and electrical switches. I definitely recommend and will use Laughlin electric again.
  • Christy Mason
    12.16.24 - google
    Kind, helpful, respectful and efficient.
  • Susie Gunderson
    10.25.24 - google
    Rob was extremely knowledgeable, informative and made the recommendation to install surge protection to our panel. We will have Laughlin Electric return to do the work for us.
  • Athena Roebuck
    06.26.24 - google
    Robert was amazing and found the issue quickly! He was very efficient and gave us our options on fixing the problem and pricing! Robert was very pleasant and knowledgeable and we will definitely ask for him again if we need it in the future!! He’s a great asset to any company!
  • Barry Spector
    06.20.24 - google
    Cody the technician was knowledgeable and deserved 5 stars. Pricing was reasonable and fair
  • Ronald Barr
    06.19.24 - google
    Great work on a challenging project!
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    06.07.24 - google
    Cody and Joe did an awesome job on our new panel. Very clean, quick and professional work. The office staff was very communicative and supportive during the permitting process as well. The quality work was worth every penny.
  • Philippe Sautot
    06.04.24 - google
    Great service. Efficient and professional
  • Pam Gunther
    06.03.24 - google
    Cody did a great, very efficient job installing a Bidet. He was able to advise me on pros and cons of various light fixtures. So glad I have someone I can trust to go to in the future.
  • Sam Woodburn
    05.31.24 - google
    Easy to work with and prompt. I reached out about installing an EV outlet/charger on a Tuesday and was fully installed by Friday morning. Cody helped us find the right option to meet our needs and after talking it through got straight to work on the install. Felt like we were in good hands to get the job done correctly!
  • LARRY FALBERG
    04.26.24 - google
    Cody came to house to perform maintenance on our Cummings backup generator. Very polite and after brief site inspection submitted bid. Fair price was accepted and he did work same day. All went well and would highly recommend his company LAUGLIN ELECTRIC to anyone!
  • Susan Fetters
    04.25.24 - google
    Our experience with Laughlin was amazing. The electricians, Cody and Dane, were exceptional. They were professional, knowledgeable, efficient and, above all, patient. Our first call for future electrical needs would be to Laughlin.