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Electrical Code Updates in Riverview, FL

Our Team Helps You Stay Compliant With Electrical Codes

The statistics on electrical hazards are nothing short of staggering. For one, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that electrical wiring malfunctions cause 30,000 fires, 200 deaths, and a thousand injuries yearly. Beyond that, the NFPA reports that electrical fires result in nearly $600 million in property damage! But don't panic; there's plenty you can do to stay safe from electrical hazards. Every few years, the National Electrical Code issues standards for electrical safety, and abiding by new requirements is simple when you get in touch with the professionals. Mr. Electric of Riverview, serving Apollo Beach and Sun City, FL, can ensure you're up to date on the electrical code.

Electrical Code Updates in Riverview, FL

Our Team Helps You Stay Compliant With Electrical Codes

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  • It takes a professional electric code updater to understand all the nuances of the NEC's document. However, there are several takeaways that anyone can pull from the code. As we sorted through the 2020 update, here are the points that stood out to us as the most significant:

    1. New rules for transferring power from electric vehicle (EV) batteries to residential wiring
    2. Enhanced surge protection requirements to protect sensitive safety equipment
    3. Updates to solar-generated energy storage techniques in an effort to keep up with advances in technology
    4. New sections on using Ethernet cables to transmit data and electrical power at the same time
    5. Updated regulations requiring all basement receptacles to have GFCI protection (even in cases where the basement isn't finished)
    6. Revisions to GFCI protection to include all 125- and 25-volt receptacles supplied by a single-phase circuit 150 volts or less to ground
    7. New requirements for covering exposed cables on ceilings and walls
    8. Exterior emergency power disconnect switches must now be installed at all new one- and two-family dwellings (this creates safer working conditions for first responders)
    9. New service disconnect provisions involving de-energizing panel boards
    10. Revised load calculation tables to account for modern energy efficiency (due to LED lighting's popularity)
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Understanding the Latest Electrical Code Corrections

Understanding electrical code updates and corrections isn't always easy. There's lots of jargon to know, and if you aren't a seasoned professional, you may not be able to stay on top of the latest corrections. Fortunately, the team at Mr. Electric of Riverview is here to help you navigate the challenge. While these changes are often complicated, they're no match for our skilled electricians. Our customers trust us for all the following measures:

  • Checking for outdated wiring that doesn't meet new requirements
  • Inspecting homes before purchase
  • Preventing delays in home buying and selling due to electrical problems
  • Peace of mind that you're protected from injury, fire, and electric shock

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