Jon Erickson - Orland Park's Experienced Electrical Repair

Absolutely. A key part of Jon's inspection is evaluating your home's surge protection. He checks your main panel for a whole-house surge protector and inspects the grounding system, which is crucial for diverting excess voltage safely. Many appliance damages in our area stem from inadequate or old protection. Jon will identify any vulnerabilities and recommend solutions, like installing or upgrading surge protection devices, to safeguard your valuable electronics and major appliances.

Improper grounding is a common and serious safety issue here. During an inspection, Jon meticulously tests outlets for correct wiring and grounding, checks the main grounding electrode (like a ground rod) for proper connection and corrosion, and verifies that all electrical panels and major systems are correctly bonded to the ground. He looks for signs of 'bootleg grounds' or outdated two-prong outlets, which pose shock and fire hazards. Identifying and fixing these issues is a top priority to ensure your family's safety.

Older homes in our community often have electrical systems that weren't designed for today's high power demands, making them more susceptible to the grounding and surge problems we frequently see. Jon's inspection provides a detailed health check of the entire system. He'll assess the capacity of your wiring, the safety of the panel and circuit breakers, and the integrity of the grounding—all critical factors that a general home inspection might only cover superficially. This gives you peace of mind and can prevent unexpected, costly repairs down the line.