The Case for a Certified Electrical Inspection

What Your Home Inspector Might Miss...

When buying or selling a home, a general home inspection is often seen as a box to check—but when it comes to your electrical system, that report might not tell the whole story.

At Alberni Electric, we’ve seen it time and again: homeowners discovering costly or unsafe electrical issues after the purchase—issues that were either downplayed or missed entirely during the standard home inspection.

Here’s why that happens—and how a certified electrical inspection can protect you.

Home Inspectors are Generalists—not Electricians

Home inspectors are trained to assess all parts of a home, but they aren’t licensed electricians. While they can spot visible problems, they usually:

• Only inspect a small sample of outlets and fixtures.
• Don’t perform thermal imaging or load testing.
• Can’t evaluate code compliance in detail.
• Often include disclaimers like “Have evaluated by a certified electrician” in their reports.

In short, their inspection is broad—but not deep.

What can be Missed?

• Aluminum or knob-and-tube wiring that can void insurance policies.
• Outdated or overloaded panels.
• Improper grounding or bonding.
• Hidden overheating issues that only show on a thermal scan.
• Missing or expired smoke detectors.

These are real safety concerns that affect your family and your investment.

Why a Certified Electrical Inspection Matters

At Alberni Electric, our certified electricians perform a thorough, hands-on inspection of your entire electrical system. We check all visible wiring, test panels and circuits, verify smoke detector compliance, and provide a clear, honest report—so you know exactly what you’re dealing with.

And with our two inspection levels, you can choose the depth of review that fits your needs:

1. Basic Electrical Inspection – $150
   Great for insurance and pre-purchase. Fee waived with $750+ in repairs, pre-tax
2. Comprehensive Electrical Inspection – $350
   Ideal for older homes or detailed assessments. Fee waived with $1,500+ in repairs pre-tax.

Protect Your Investment

Don't let electrical surprises catch you off guard after the deal is done. A certified electrical inspection is a small cost that brings major peace of mind.

Book your inspection with Alberni Electric—trusted across Vancouver Island for safety, professionalism, and integrity.