Third-Party Electrical Inspections in Philadelphia, PA
Certified to Perform Inspections Across Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, & Delaware Counties & Beyond
A-1 Electric is a certified third-party inspection and underwriting agency holding a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania agency number certificate. We’re accredited through the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, maintain approval through local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), and serve as a trusted electrical inspector for PECO customers. Our inspection licenses cover residential, commercial, and industrial projects across Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, and Delaware counties, as well as every other county throughout Pennsylvania.
Ready to schedule a third-party electrical inspection. Call A-1 Electric at (267) 651-0684 to get your inspection in the books. We can get an inspector to your door in just 24 hours.
When Do You Need a Third-Party Electrical Inspection Agency?
New Electrical Installations
If you’re installing or connecting a new electrical appliance, you’ll need an electrical inspection. Since an improper installation could cause significant damage, it’s vital to have an electrical inspection agency review the work to make sure the installation meets all codes, requirements, and utility safety standards.
You’ll also need a certified, independent electrical inspection agency when making any changes to your building’s wiring. Once the installation is assessed and compliance is confirmed, A-1 Electric can issue a certificate of compliance quickly, often in just 48 hours.
Buying or Selling Property
For anyone buying or selling a home, business, or industrial property, third-party electrical inspections help assess whether the property’s electrical system is up to current code for future occupants. Buyers want peace of mind that the wires, outlets, and electrical panels are up to standard, while sellers can use a completed inspection as a selling point.
Hiring a certified third-party agency, such as A-1 Electric, is a reliable way to identify potential issues before a sale is finalized, helping you avoid costly surprises and liability issues at closing.
Renovations or Additions
Major renovations or additions to your home or business often require changes to the electrical system. A third-party inspection is necessary to ensure these changes are compliant with local codes.
We provide thorough assessments to confirm your building’s electrical systems are approved, and we offer both routine and emergency electrical service in Philadelphia and beyond.
Post-Electrical Faults or Accidents
After an electrical fault, fire, or other incident, a certified inspection agency performs a safety assessment before repairs are approved and service is restored. Our certified master electricians and inspectors check all electrical components thoroughly before repair approval and service restoration.
Our expert electricians are here to help.
Before inspections were legally required, our founder was already calling in underwriters to verify his own work. That standard has never changed.
What to Expect When You Call A-1 Electric
When you choose us for an electrical inspection, here are some of the things you can count on:
- We can have an inspector on-site quickly, generally within 24 hours of your call. Whether you're working against a permit deadline or waiting on power to be restored, we know waiting isn't an option.
- Our inspection appointments are scheduled within confirmed time windows, and our team sends updates on the day of service so you’re never left guessing.
- We carry over 70 collective years of experience, which informs everything we do. An inspection by us is one that's backed with unparalleled know-how.
- Every team member is a certified master electrician or inspector, not a general contractor.
In sum, you can expect prompt service, reliable information, and support from a certified team that leads the electrical industry.
What to Know About Opt-In & Opt-Out Municipalities
Under Pennsylvania’s UCC framework, municipalities may administer their own inspection program (opt-in) or elect to have the Department of Labor and Industry assume that responsibility (opt-out). In opt-out municipalities, certified third-party agencies hired by property owners or their contractors are responsible for enforcing the residential requirements of the UCC.
A third-party agency performing inspections in a municipality with its own active program must be contracted or authorized by that municipality to do so. Contractors should confirm a municipality’s status before a permit application to avoid inspection validity disputes.
A-1 Electric is authorized to perform work in both opt-in and opt-out municipalities in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.
Schedule Your Electrical Inspection Today
If you need a third-party electrical inspection, A-1 Electric is the first and only call you must make. Reach out to arrange your inspection at a convenient time for your household or business.
Call us at (267) 651-0684 to schedule your third-party electrical inspection in Philadelphia or anywhere across our Pennsylvania service area.
From residential panels to industrial service, we hold licenses across every project type and every Pennsylvania county.
- Residential Inspections
- Commercial Inspections
- Industrial Inspections
- Reintroduction of Service
- Third-Party Inspections
- Certificate of Compliance
- Electrical Contracting
- Emergency Electrical Service
- Bucket Truck Services
- High Voltage Experience