If any outlet plugs have been painted over, it could cause overheating and lead to a fire. When outlets do not have a proper grounding in place, they can easily cause shocks or worse.

Wires that are either exposed or poorly taped together can create fires with a single spark. Plus, if anyone touches the exposed area, they will receive an unpleasant and potentially harmful shock.

When done incorrectly, modifications to electrical panels can cause hotspots, flickering lights, or overheating, all issues to avoid.

Knob-and-tube wiring is usually found in homes built before 1950 or so. It does not have grounding or protection from faults and does not pass current codes, so it must be replaced by law.

Aluminum wiring initially replaced knob-and-tube in the 60s and 70s, but it was discovered to overheat quickly and cause hazards, so it also needs to be replaced when found.

Double-tapping a circuit breaker is when you put two or more live wires into one circuit breaker. While it is possible to do this, it creates a greater risk of overheating and fire.

Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) will stop abnormal current flow to reduce the potential of shocks or sparks. They are frequently used in kitchens and bathrooms due to possible water exposure, so if they are not present, they can cause issues. Thankfully, you don’t need to worry about remembering and checking for all of these issues yourself. Instead, have SALT come out to your property to do a professional inspection for you.