There is a boom in the real estate market during the fall. It is the perfect time to buy that home that you have had your eye on all summer. Before you place an offer, there are a couple of things you should do first. Now, what is the first thing you should do when purchasing a property, whether it is commercial or residential? The first thing to do is get an inspection done on the entire property.

Inspectors look at the structure, foundation and utility systems of the prospective property. One inspection that is crucial is an electrical inspection. The first thing you need to do is find a certified and qualified electrical inspector. Aside from being one of the best electrical contractors in the Philadelphia area, we at A-1 Electric are also a third party agency – which means we conduct inspections. We are a dedicated, family-owned and operated business that has been around for over 50 years. We have gained a strong reputation in the places we serve for being a safe, efficient and hard-working third party agency.

We take our work seriously and will provide you with an efficient and detailed inspection. We pride ourselves on maintaining safety for all electrical systems, technicians, and you – the property owner! We are legally certified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and have a certificate recognizing our agency as an authorized third party electrical inspector.

Your electrician cannot perform the inspection because it needs to go through a third party agency to remain unbiased. It is important to get your electrical systems looked at regularly by a company like ours to make sure that it is safe to upgrade or repair them.

At A-1 Electric, we have the capabilities and equipment to meet all of your inspection needs. However, we are not just electrical inspectors; we can repair and replace your electrical systems as well. Legally, we cannot perform both duties at the same time. You would either need to choose us as the inspector or the electrician, but not both. We can provide you with electrical services in Bucks County and other areas in Pennsylvania.

Have you bought a home recently and had electrical work done? Once the wiring and the installation of the appliances, fixtures, and devices are complete, you are ready to move on to the next step, which would be a thorough inspection conducted by our underwriters, as we are an accredited third party agency. Once the inspection is finished, and no issues are detected, the electrical system and property components will be deemed safe and approved. However, if it is found that the project did not meet regulations or a safety hazard is found, the problem will need to be fixed by the electrician you hired and then re-inspected again by us.

Of course, if we deem the property to be safe, you are free to move in and start enjoying your new home or business property. We are a preferred third party agency in the Philadelphia region. Contact us today for all of your electrical inspection needs!

To learn more about our electrical inspection service and some of our other electrical services, browse our website. Don’t wait until the last minute to get your inspection done; call us now at 800-401-6114 for a free estimate!

There are tons of accredited electrical companies that are qualified to inspect your recently completed electrical project. So why choose A-1 Electric?

At A-1 Electric, our commitment to excellence goes beyond providing electrical service in Montgomery County, PA. There are three major aspects that set us apart from the rest: Our devotion to outstanding customer service, unmatched level of craftsmanship and vast experience in the field. You could say these three things are the main ingredients that make up the sauce for ensuring safety. But that’s not to be confused with A.1. Steak Sauce! You can save that for your steak.

Speaking of steak, that’s what you can become if you don’t have your electrical system inspected by a certified third party agency. If the system has an issue, or violates safety regulations, it could cause a fire or explosion. Or worse, electrocute someone! By hiring an electrical underwriter you can trust and depend on, you can be sure your electrical project — whether it’s rewiring, installation, extension, or maintenance — is safe for all who are present on the property.

Superb Customer Service

No one wants to deal with a third party agency that isn’t attentive to its patrons. We handle every inspection with a friendly and courteous demeanor, offering advice when approached with any question. We take pride in making customer service one of our top priorities! We will help you with your inspection needs and also handle the logistics of the billing for you.

Top Level Craftsmanship

To properly inspect an electrical system detail by detail, you’ve got to live and breathe electrical systems. Our vast knowledge of electrical systems provides us with the expertise to check that all the components function properly, are safe and comply with codes and regulations of the state. Thanks to the craftsmanship of our third party agency division and our electrical contractor division, serving the Philadelphia region, we were accepted as a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local Union 98 back in April.

Years of Experience

Our business is family-owned, with decades of experience in the electrical industry. You can be confident that we’ll thoroughly examine every element of your system to make sure it is safe for operation. We are accredited by the Commonwealth of PA, as well as certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.

Call us today to have your electrical system inspected!

Thunderstorms and lightning are a common occurrence during the summer, with some more damaging than others. We have helped tons of residents in the Philadelphia area with electrical system repairs.

We can recall one of our customers who endured damage to their electrical system when a thunderstorm rolled in and caused a tree to fall down on the PECO lines behind their residence. The impact had sent 5,000 volts into the residence, causing a power outage. The customer called up PECO very upset and worried about their situation, which is understandable – not having power causes a major inconvenience for homeowners!

PECO told the customer over the phone that they would cover all electrical repairs to the home. The PECO representative recommended that the customer call us at A-1 Electric to do the work. While we are a credible and certified third party agency, we operate with a separate division to provide electrical service work in Montgomery County, PA.

Soon enough, we received a call from the customer requesting immediate repair for the damage. That same day, within hours, we dispatched a full bucket truck and hi-voltage crew to the property and got to work. Working quickly and carefully, our electrical contractors of Philadelphia repaired all of the interior wiring and had the power up and running once again.

The customer was extremely grateful for our prompt service, and was ecstatic when we let him know that we’d handle the logistics of the PECO billing. This account highly demonstrates how we go above and beyond to serve our customers! Of course, the repair had to be inspected by another electrical inspection company so that the examination was unbiased. Although we are a third party agency certified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, we cannot perform an inspection on the same project we did work on, so as to avoid confliction between AHJs.

As this season quickly comes to a close, we encourage our customers to stay safe during thunderstorms and remain calm during electrical repair emergencies. Whether the damage to the electrical system is the result of a snow storm or lightning, the issue can be assessed and fixed by our skilled and experienced division of contractors. We’re proud to be a PECO certified electrical company!

If your electrical system needs repair, give us a call today. We’ll make sure your power is restored in no time!

When was the last time you had your generator inspected? Too long to remember? Or maybe your generator seems like it’s malfunctioning. Whatever the case is, you should think about getting it inspected before it’s too late, and you’re stuck with no electricity. Because no one wants that! Plus, if you had your generator repaired or had a new generator installed, you’ll want it to get inspected to make sure it is safe and meets state requirements!

At A-1 Electric, we’d like to make sure that you’re as comfortable as possible, which is why we provide electrical services in Bucks County, PA, and the surrounding areas. We are a certified third party agency that performs inspections and underwriting on electrical generators by following all of the codes and conducts throughout the process. We service commercial and residential customers in areas throughout Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Bucks County, and Montgomery County.

Electricians and homeowners hire us to perform assessments, inspections, and underwriting for your electrical equipment. As a third-party agency, we provide thorough and unbiased inspections to make sure your generator complies with the safety regulations that are set by the Commonwealth of PA.

Our electrical inspectors in Philadelphia, as well as other local areas, will take a look at the electrical components of your generator system to help ensure that you do not spend another day with a faulty generator. We don’t want you to be stuck in the dark, heat, or cold all because your generator isn’t working properly. Also, without an inspection, you could experience fires or explosions that result after improper repairs or installations. We inspect your generator to make sure everything is correct, and none of that can happen in the future.

We take pride in the quality of our assessments to make sure your generator is safe for the property. Our technical consulting helps guide the homeowner and the contractor working on the project to promptly correct any code or safety issues that may arise.

It’s a good idea to get your generator inspected annually or semiannually to detect and prevent leaks and problems and stop further issues from developing. To ensure your highest safety, we cannot be the electrician and inspector on the same project due to possible conflict with authorities having jurisdiction. To learn more about our generator inspection services, contact us at 800-401-6114.

If you’ve just had electrical work performed on your property, the components need to be examined by a certified professional. The state of Pennsylvania enforces a series of codes and regulations for construction work to ensure that the environment is safe for all who will be present in the vicinity of the building. Just think of what electrical mishaps would occur if there were no standards set in place to prevent them! Electrocution, fires, and explosions would be the highlight of every morning news segment. Thankfully, building owners, friends, and families can feel at ease knowing their electrical work is accurate and secure by confirmation of an experienced and qualified electrical inspector of a third party agency.

At A-1 Electric, we are not just a regular group of electrical contractors in Philadelphia; we also operate as a certified third party agency! Years ago, we obtained our certification from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry and gained approval from the Commonwealth of PA as an accredited third party agency. Plus, we are also accredited as an electrical inspector. That means that we are the one to call when you need electrical underwriting or inspection performed.

However, to ensure that the electrical elements of the building are not dangerous, trust is super important. We base our entire company around trust, making sure that our work follows core ethical values of the industry. We choose to operate morally so that we can meet the needs of our customers and keep them safe. Unfortunately, there are a number of electrical companies who claim they can perform inspections, but do not contain the proper credentials and certifications set forth by the state. For your protection, we advise that you hire a company that you can trust and depend on to provide you with a knowledgeable and accurate electrical inspection in Montgomery County, PA.

The best inspection service is provided by those who are certified as a third party agency, such as us at A-1 Electric. You can trust us to perform an in-depth examination of your electrical system and provide you with honest results! We provide an unbiased inspection as an approved third party agency by the township. If you are having electrical work done, installing an appliance, or having the system re-wired, give us a call so we can determine if everything was done correctly. Within 48 hours, we’ll provide you with a certificate of compliance that validates your property is safe from hazards. (Of course, if the inspection does not pass, you would have to have another inspection done after the problem is assessed)

We also do inspections for all types of properties, including residential, industrial, and commercial. Remember, trust and safety are the keys to quality electrical inspection. Contact us today to inquire about our inspection service!

Please be advised that if we are hired as an electrician, we cannot also be the inspector, as it would cause confliction between AHJ.