Residential electrical services belong near the top of every new homeowner’s list. Whether you just moved into a new build or an older property, the electrical system needs to be safe, efficient and up to code.
A team like Ellowitz Electric South can look it over, fix what needs fixing and set the house up for the long haul. Here’s what to schedule first, and why.
Why Should New Homeowners Schedule an Electrical Inspection?
Start with an electrical inspection. It shows you the condition of your electrical system and flags hazards or weak spots before they cost you anything.
Older homes, in particular, may have outdated wiring or panels that need replacing to handle modern energy demands. Faulty wiring is another thing an inspection catches, and it can lead to a fire hazard or a power outage.
With Ellowitz Electric South, the inspection covers every detail of the system.
What Upgrades Should Be Considered for Older Electrical Systems?
If you bought an older home, some components may need upgrading. Older wiring and panels can’t always handle the load from today’s electronics and appliances. You see it as frequent outages, flickering lights or overheating circuits. Our list of signs it’s time to rewire shows what to watch for.
The usual upgrades are a panel upgrade, replacing knob-and-tube wiring and installing grounded outlets throughout the house. They add capacity and bring the home up to modern safety codes.
Should You Consider Installing a Backup Generator in Your Home?
Sudden storms are common in Florida, and losing power disrupts everything. A backup generator keeps HVAC, lighting and medical devices running through an outage, which makes it a smart purchase for a new homeowner in an outage-prone area.
Standby generators turn on automatically when the electricity goes out. We can recommend the right unit and install it, sized to your home’s energy needs. Our storm season checklist covers the rest.
How Can Landscape Lighting Enhance Your Home?
Want to change how the outside of your new home looks? Jellyfish lighting adds curb appeal, and you can adjust the light temperature and color for events or holidays.
Outdoor lighting also improves security and visibility. Pathway lighting, motion-activated floodlights and decorative fixtures make the property safer to walk at night. We design and install custom lighting to your preferences.
Electrical Services for Homeowners in St. Augustine and St. Johns County
Ellowitz Electric South handles inspections, upgrades, outdoor lighting and generator installations for homeowners in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach, Nocatee, Palm Valley and beyond.
For a plain rundown of the basics, read our residential electrical services guide. To get started, use our contact form or call (904) 837-0310.
Need help with this? See our residential electrical or call (904) 837-0310.
