What Work Requires Permits?

• All changes or wiring inside new or existing walls.
• Service upgrade
• Additional circuits added to the panel or extended from an existing outlet.
• Alarm, fire and security systems
• Lawn sprinkler systems
• Change of a standard fixture to a ceiling fan or much larger fixture in excess of fifty (50) lbs.

What Work Does Not Require Permits?

• The change of any existing fixture switch or outlet of similar type
• Telephone work in a residence
• Cable TV Outlets

Basic Home Electric Maintenance:

• Vacuum clean or dust smoke detector head as per manufacturers' recommendations. Test heads monthly and listen for interconnection where applicable.
• Write a comprehensive panel schedule, make two (2) copies, keep one at the panel. Use a radio to identify each receptacle and check fixtures room by room. Most houses have only two or three light circuits.
• Laundry room and kitchen receptacles should be on 20 amp circuits.
• Test your G.F.C.I. receptacles.
• Monthly trip test (push test button, then rest), especially in damp locations.
• Don't paint over devices when remodeling
• Caulk around outside fixtures to avoid insect nests and water damage to splices. Check the seal around service entrance cable for air gaps.
• Don't put furniture, especially beds, against receptacles
• Do not use extension cords except for temporary use