24-Hour Electricians Serving Ashland, PA

Yes, especially in a borough where the median home dates to 1938. A standard home inspection before closing often doesn't open the panel or trace old wiring closely. A dedicated safety inspection does, with a written list of anything that needs attention.

Look at the panel itself. Round glass or ceramic fuses that screw in like light bulbs mean a fuse box, not a breaker panel. Rows of switches mean you already have breakers, though the amperage might still be original. We confirm the size during an inspection.

It can complicate insurance more than a general inspection. Some insurers ask about it directly and may require it updated in active areas before renewing a policy. We identify where it's still live and give you a written scope for replacement.

PPL Electric Utilities handles repairs to the lines and poles, usually obvious if your neighbors are dark too. If your house alone loses power, or only part of it does, the cause is more often inside your panel, and that's our call any hour.