MacHnick Electric | Licensed Electrical Company in Troy, NY

In Troy, many homes have older underground service lines that can degrade or be damaged by soil movement and tree roots. Our thorough electrical inspection includes testing the integrity of your service entrance and grounding system. We can identify signs of voltage drop or cable damage before a complete failure occurs, preventing unexpected power loss and allowing for proactive, scheduled repair that is often less disruptive and costly than an emergency fix.

A proper inspection report for a Troy home should assess both external and internal surge risks. We check the main service panel for a whole-house surge protector, which is crucial given our local grid's susceptibility to surges from storms or grid switching. The report will also evaluate the condition of your grounding system and recommend point-of-use protectors for valuable appliances, providing a layered defense against the voltage spikes that commonly damage electronics in our area.

Yes. Following appliance damage in your Troy home, our inspection focuses on tracing the surge's origin. We examine the main electrical panel, service wiring, and grounding for faults or inadequate protection. Often, we find that missing or failed surge protection devices at the panel are the culprit. The inspection report will pinpoint the vulnerability and provide a clear solution—such as installing a new whole-house surge arrester—to prevent a recurrence and protect your replacement appliances.