Electrical Inspections for Buying or Selling a Home in Newnan, GA

Buying or selling a home in Newnan or Coweta County often brings electrical questions to the surface. A home inspector flags the panel, a buyer asks about old wiring, or an insurance company wants answers before closing. Shocking Electric Solutions, Inc. provides electrical evaluations and repairs for buyers, sellers and their agents, so you know what you are dealing with and can keep the sale moving.

Home Inspector vs. Licensed Electrician

A general home inspector looks at the whole house and notes items that need further evaluation. When the report says “recommend evaluation by a licensed electrician,” that is where we come in. We look closer at the specific items, tell you what is a real hazard and what is minor, and give you a written estimate for repairs.

For Buyers

• Evaluation of electrical items flagged in your inspection report
• Panel brand and condition, including Federal Pacific, Zinsco and fuse boxes
• Knob-and-tube, aluminum branch wiring or ungrounded outlets
• Missing GFCI or AFCI protection
• Written findings and estimates you can use in negotiations

For Sellers

• A pre-listing electrical check so there are fewer surprises in the buyer’s inspection
• Repairs to inspection items before closing
• Permit and inspection documentation for completed work
• Clear written descriptions of what was done

Common Electrical Items in Inspection Reports

• Double-tapped breakers and loose or overheated connections
• Missing GFCI protection in kitchens, baths, garages and outdoors
• Open junction boxes and exposed splices
• Ungrounded or reversed-polarity outlets
• Fuse boxes and panels with known problems
• Knob-and-tube wiring
• Missing smoke or carbon monoxide detectors

Guides for Buyers and Sellers

• Electrical inspection checklist for Newnan homes
• Common electrical problems found in home inspections
• What a home electrical safety inspection covers
• Federal Pacific Stab-Lok panels
• Is a Zinsco panel dangerous?

Timing Around Closing

Real estate timelines are tight. Same-day and next-day appointments are often available, and we can usually give you a written estimate after the evaluation. Tell us your closing or option deadline when you call so we can plan around it.

What a Licensed Electrical Evaluation Covers

• Panel brand, condition, labeling and available capacity
• Service entrance, meter base and grounding
• Visible branch wiring type, including aluminum and knob-and-tube
• GFCI and AFCI protection where current code calls for it
• Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
• Outlets, switches and fixtures for loose, warm or damaged devices
• Outdoor outlets, covers and exterior wiring

You get a plain-language explanation of what we found, what is a safety concern and what is simply older, plus a free estimate for any repairs.

Panels and Wiring Insurers Ask About

Insurers and lenders often ask about Federal Pacific Stab-Lok and Zinsco panels, fuse boxes, aluminum branch wiring and knob-and-tube wiring. If your report mentions one of these, see Federal Pacific panels, Zinsco panels, fuse box replacement and knob-and-tube wiring and insurance.

Repairs After the Inspection

Many inspection items are quick fixes: a missing GFCI, an open junction box, a double-tapped breaker or a missing cover plate. Others, like an outdated panel, take more planning. We list the work clearly so buyers and sellers can decide what to address before closing. See common home inspection electrical problems.

If you are selling, a pre-listing electrical check can help you fix small items before a buyer’s inspector finds them.

Why Homeowners Choose Shocking Electric Solutions

• Georgia Class II Unrestricted electrical contractor license EN216120
• Serving Newnan and Coweta County since 2008, with IBEW Local 613 training behind our work
• Free estimates, so you know the plan before any work starts
• A 2-year warranty on our workmanship
• A 4.9-star rating on Google
• Same-day and next-day appointments often available
• Our motto: Done Right The First Time.

Serving Newnan and Nearby Communities

We serve homeowners throughout Newnan and Coweta County, plus Sharpsburg, Senoia, Moreland, Grantville, Turin, Peachtree City, Tyrone, Fayetteville, Palmetto, Carrollton and other towns within about 40 miles. Our office is at 1002 Highway 16 W, Suite A, Newnan, GA 30263.

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Learn more about Shocking Electric Solutions, your Newnan, GA electrician.

Related Reading

More guides from our Newnan electricians on this topic:

• Electrical Maintenance That Prevents Bigger Repairs

Frequently Asked Questions

My home inspector said to have an electrician evaluate something. Can you do that?

Yes. We evaluate the items in the report and provide written findings and estimates.

Can you work with my real estate agent?

Yes. With your permission, we can share our findings and estimates with your agent.

Should a seller fix electrical items before listing?

Often it helps. Fixing real hazards ahead of time reduces surprises and negotiation later. We can check the home before it is listed.

Do repairs come with permits?

When the work requires a permit, we pull it and provide documentation after inspection.

Can you inspect a house I do not own yet?

Yes, with the seller’s or listing agent’s permission to access the home.

Are estimates free?

Yes. Call (678) 552-9399 or text (470) 516-7261 to set up a free estimate.

Can you fix electrical items from a home inspection report?

Yes. Send us the report and we will review the electrical items, explain them and give you a free estimate for repairs.

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