Step One: Start With An Electrical Inspection To See What Your Home Can Handle
As electric vehicle ownership continues to grow and severe weather events become more frequent, we're seeing more Cartersville homeowners consider adding EV chargers and backup generators to their properties. However, there's a crucial first step that we always recommend: getting a professional electrical inspection done right.
Has it been a while since the electrical service in your home has been inspected? Then don't delay - message us online or call 470-309-6996 to schedule an appointment today!
The Importance of Getting an Electrical Inspection First
When you're thinking about installing a Level 2 EV charger or a whole-home generator, you're talking about adding substantial electrical demands to your existing system. Our electrical inspections help determine if your home can safely accommodate these new power requirements without compromising safety or efficiency.
During our comprehensive electrical inspection, we assess several critical factors:
- Total electrical panel capacity and how much spare amperage you have
- Condition of your circuit breakers and grounding system
- Age and quality of your current electrical wiring
- Suitability of outdoor connections and wiring for external installations
- Overall compliance with current electrical codes and safety standards
We've seen too many homeowners face frustrating delays, surprise expenses, or even dangerous situations because they skipped this essential step—particularly in older Cartersville homes.
Getting Ready for Your EV Charger Installation
Most Level 2 home EV chargers need a 240-volt outlet and typically require their own dedicated circuit. When we conduct our inspection, we determine if your electrical panel has enough capacity and available slots for this addition. If we discover limitations, we'll discuss practical solutions like upgrading your main electrical panel or adding a secondary subpanel.
Here's a helpful tip: during the inspection process, we can also advise you on the optimal placement for your EV charger based on your garage layout and existing power connections.
Preparing Your Home for Generator Installation
Whole-home generators provide automatic backup power when outages occur, keeping everything from your refrigerator to your heating and cooling system running smoothly. This means your electrical infrastructure needs to handle power switching and distribution without issues.
Our inspection process verifies:
- Whether your panel can accommodate a transfer switch installation
- That all circuits are properly identified and load balanced
- That proposed outdoor generator connections meet Georgia's electrical requirements
We also help determine the appropriate generator size based on your specific household requirements.
What Happens If Your System Needs Upgrades?
If our inspection reveals that your electrical system needs improvements, we're here to help. We'll explain all available options transparently and provide straightforward, fair pricing. Common upgrades that our customers often combine with inspections include:
- Comprehensive panel upgrades
- Electrical wiring updates
- Installation of dedicated circuits for EV chargers or generators
- Whole-home surge protection
We also provide flexible financing solutions to help make these important upgrades more manageable for your budget.
Let's Get Your Electrical System Inspection-Ready
Whether you're preparing for an electric vehicle or want protection against the next power outage, starting with a professional electrical inspection is the smart choice. Our experienced team at 1 Best Electric provides thorough, code-compliant assessments throughout Cartersville and surrounding communities—with honest recommendations and no pressure tactics.
Book your electrical inspection now and take the responsible first step toward upgrading your home's power capabilities. Send us a message online or call 470-309-6996 to schedule yours today!
