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Electrical Code Updates in Chattanooga, TN

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If you've ever looked at the statistics surrounding home electrical hazards, you know they're staggering to think about. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), electrical wiring malfunctions cause 30,000 fires, 200 deaths, and a thousand injuries yearly. And that's before you factor in $600 million in property damage! Fortunately, there's plenty you can do to keep yourself and your family safe. The National Electrical Code issues standards for electrical safety every few years, and Mr. Electric of Chattanooga can help you stay on top of changes and corrections. Our technicians are proud to serve residents of Chattanooga, Hixon, TN, and Ringgold, GA.

Electrical Code Updates in Chattanooga, TN
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Why Electrical Codes Matter

Chattanooga has many homes that are full of character – while older homes are charming, they can still operate with outdated electrical systems. Electrical code updates are important to ensure safety, avoid code violations, and help improve energy efficiency.

  • Increased Safety – Lower the risk of shocks, electrical fires, and system failures.
  • Improve Functionality – When you bring your electrical system up to modern capacity to handle your devices and appliances.
  • Real Estate Value – Being code-compliant with your system makes selling your home easier and can increase your home value.
  • Insurance Compliance – Most insurance companies require code compliance for a valid insurance claim.
  • Prevent Expensive Costs – By addressing small issues before they become major problems can help you save on expensive repairs.

  • Electrical code updates are made by the National Electrical Code (NEC) every three years. They involve reviewing the most current NEC standards and local building codes. The NEC is updated every three years to reflect the new safety technologies and practices. The most recent edition came out in 2020, but these standards have been available since 1897. In short, these guidelines set the United States standard for safe electrical installation and wiring practices. You'll find recommendations for nearly everything in the code, from safe electrical design to proper inspection measures.

  • Technology is always advancing—think how many iPhones we've been through over the years. It only makes sense that electrical wiring would change with the times as well. Staying up to date with these changes is crucial since they're meant to enhance your home's safety. Making electrical code corrections is the best way to protect your family from fire and electric shock hazards.

  • Not everyone is an electrical wiring pro. Luckily, the electricians at Mr. Electric of Chattanooga are. We can help you navigate electrical code updates and corrections with ease. These changes are often complicated, but our seasoned team can distill the information down for our valued customers. Chattanooga residents trust us for all the following:

    • Checking for places where your wiring is out of date or doesn't meet the latest requirements
    • Inspecting homes prior to purchasing
    • Preventing the delay of a home sale or purchase resulting from electrical problems.
    • Giving you peace of mind that your family is protected from injury, fire, and electric shock
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Our 10 Top Takeaways From the 2020 Code

Understanding the full NEC code is nothing short of a challenge. But in addition to explaining the electrical code update cost and recommending fixes, our electricians can walk you through some of the most significant changes to the standards. Here are our most notable takeaways from 2020's Electrical Code update:

  1. New regulations for transferring power from electric vehicle (EV) batteries to residential wiring
  2. Enhanced surge protection requirements to preserve sensitive safety equipment
  3. Revisions to solar-generated energy storage requirements 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 require all basement receptacles to have GFCI protection (even if the basement is unfinished)
  6. GFCI protection now includes 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 disconnects rules involving de-energizing panel boards
  10. Revised load calculation tables to account for modern energy efficiency (primarily thanks to LED lighting's popularity)

Frequently Asked Questions about Electrical Code Updates in Chattanooga

  • It is recommended that electrical systems should be inspected every 3-5 years. before a remodel, or before a home purchase.

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