What this service does
An electrical assessment helps identify visible hazards, outdated equipment, and practical improvements. It can support a home purchase, a renovation plan, or repair of findings from a home inspection. No visual assessment can guarantee the condition of all concealed wiring.
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Estimated prices for specific jobs
Before tax and permit or utility fees. Hourly labor is not a total project price. Full price list.
Whole-house hardwired smoke / CO replacement$585–$1,080 per six alarms
Replace approximately six hardwired alarms with a compatible mix of smoke and smoke/CO devices.
Standard alarms included. Existing compatible interconnect wiring; new wiring extra.
Interconnected alarms in an older home$1,080–$2,250 per six-alarm system
Install a compatible alarm network using new wiring or an approved listed interconnection approach.
Standard devices included. Accessibility and required power/interconnect method determine scope.
Home electrical safety assessment$270–$540 per home assessment
Inspect accessible electrical equipment and provide a written list of observed concerns.
Typical 1500–2500 sq ft home, 1.5–3 hours. Not a destructive inspection or guarantee of hidden conditions.
Home-inspection correction punch list$540–$1,800 per small punch list
Correct several minor electrical findings such as devices, covers, labeling and accessible connections.
Typical 3–8 minor items. Panel replacement, new circuits and whole-home rewiring excluded.
City / L&I inspection correction punch list$450–$1,620 per small correction visit
Complete a defined list of minor electrical corrections and prepare for reinspection.
Typical half-day corrections. Reinspection fees, major redesign and substantial new equipment extra.
Common options and scope
Home electrical assessments
Review accessible panels, outlets, switches, wiring, equipment clearances, and observed safety concerns. The scope and limitations of testing should be agreed before the visit.
GFCI and AFCI protection
Evaluate ground-fault and arc-fault protection in applicable locations, investigate nuisance operation, and select devices compatible with the panel and existing wiring.
Grounding and bonding
Assess the grounding electrode system, bonding connections, and grounding paths for equipment and branch circuits. Requirements vary with the installation and project scope.
Whole-home surge protection
Install compatible surge protective devices at appropriate equipment locations. Surge protection reduces certain risks but does not guarantee that all electronics will survive every event.
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
Scope hardwired alarms, interconnection, replacement, and required power arrangements. Device placement and requirements depend on applicable building rules and the project.
Inspection corrections and insurance concerns
Address documented electrical deficiencies with a defined repair scope. An electrician’s repair documentation is not a substitute for a jurisdiction’s inspection or an insurer’s acceptance.
What happens during the work
Provide any home-inspection report, insurer request, or prior electrical permit records. An electrical assessment is not a full home inspection and does not certify every hidden condition.
Helpful to have ready
A short description, your city or ZIP, and photos of the visible area or equipment. Never remove electrical covers or touch exposed wiring for a photo.
Questions
Is an electrical assessment the same as a permit inspection?
No. A private assessment evaluates the agreed scope; a permit inspection is performed by the electrical authority for regulated work. Both can be useful, but they serve different purposes.
Where this service is available
Seattle, the Eastside, and mainland communities from Marysville to Tacoma. See all service areas.
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What happens next
Tell us what you’re working on. True will review your request and respond by your preferred contact method. Together, we’ll determine whether the next step is advice based on your photos, a visit, or an estimate. Estimates are free, including on-site visits.