Electrical Code Compliance
in Dallas-Fort Worth

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Professional Code Compliance Services

Whether you're buying a home, selling, or dealing with violations, MetroPlex Pros brings your electrical system up to current code standards throughout Dallas-Fort Worth. Our licensed electricians understand NEC (National Electrical Code) requirements and local regulations, ensuring your home passes inspections and meets safety standards.

Common Code Compliance Issues

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GFCI & AFCI Protection

Required in bathrooms, kitchens, garages, outdoors, and bedrooms. Prevents shocks and fires.

✓ GFCI outlets in wet areas
✓ AFCI breakers in bedrooms
✓ Kitchen counter outlets
✓ Outdoor circuits
✓ Garage outlets
✓ Basement locations
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Overloaded Circuits

Too many devices on one circuit violates code and creates fire hazards.

✓ Add new circuits
✓ Redistribute loads
✓ Upgrade panel capacity
✓ Dedicated appliance circuits
✓ Split kitchen circuits
✓ Separate lighting circuits
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Outdated Wiring

Knob-and-tube, aluminum, or ungrounded wiring must be updated for safety and code.

✓ Replace old wiring
✓ Add ground wires
✓ Update aluminum connections
✓ Rewire problem areas
✓ Install proper boxes
✓ Ground all outlets
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Panel & Breaker Issues

Federal Pacific, Zinsco, or undersized panels don't meet modern code requirements.

✓ Replace unsafe panels
✓ Upgrade panel size
✓ Add surge protection
✓ Proper breaker sizing
✓ Label all circuits
✓ Arc-fault breakers

When Code Compliance is Required

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Home Sale

Inspection reveals code violations that must be fixed

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Renovations

Any electrical work requires current code compliance

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Additions

New construction must meet latest code standards

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Failed Inspection

City inspector found violations requiring correction

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Insurance

Insurer requires upgrades for coverage

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Safety Concerns

Bring outdated system up to safe standards

Our Code Compliance Process

1 .

Inspection

Thorough evaluation of your electrical system against current NEC and local codes

2 .

Violation Report

Detailed list of all code violations and safety concerns found

3 .

Quote & Timeline

Transparent pricing and realistic timeframe for corrections

4 .

Corrections

Licensed electricians make all necessary upgrades to meet code

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Documentation

Provide permits, inspection records, and compliance certificates

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Pass Inspection

Work with city inspector to ensure approval and sign-off

⚠️ Dangerous Code Violations

These violations require immediate attention for safety:

  • ⚠️ Federal Pacific or Zinsco electrical panels (fire hazard)
  • ⚠️ Aluminum wiring without proper connections
  • ⚠️ Missing GFCI protection in wet areas
  • ⚠️ Exposed or damaged wiring
  • ⚠️ Overloaded circuits or improper wire sizing
  • ⚠️ Ungrounded outlets in older homes
  • ⚠️ DIY electrical work without permits

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