Superior Faulty Wiring Inspection in Metairie, LA | MK Electric Man - Electrician

At MK Electric Man - Electrician, our mission is to provide expert residential and commercial electrical repair services that ensure your home or business stays safe and functional. Recently, we responded to a request for a comprehensive faulty wiring inspection in Metairie, LA, where a homeowner was concerned about flickering lights and a burning smell in the attic. What we uncovered was a textbook example of why it's critical to have your electrical system installed and maintained by licensed, experienced electricians—not handymen or DIY attempts.

🏚️ 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬: 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐜

The homeowner contacted us after noticing signs of possible electrical damage. They had recently moved into the home and were worried about the safety of the wiring in the attic, especially since they heard scurrying sounds and saw bits of insulation on the floor. This prompted them to call MK Electric Man - Electrician for a thorough inspection.

We arrived on-site in Metairie, LA, and began our faulty wiring inspection, focusing on the attic where most of the reported concerns were concentrated.

🛠️ 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬: 𝐑𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐩𝐚𝐫 𝐖𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠

Our inspection revealed a number of serious issues that could have resulted in electrical fires or personal injury:

1. 𝐑𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭-𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠

We found several sections of electrical wiring with insulation chewed away, clearly the result of rodent activity. This exposed copper wire can lead to arcing, short circuits, and even fires if not addressed immediately.

2. 𝐏𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬

It was evident that some of the attic wiring had been installed by someone without proper electrical training. We often warn homeowners to avoid hiring handymen for electrical work because unqualified installations can create dangerous situations down the line. In this case:

* Identified and rectified open junction boxes, addressing live connections to mitigate safety hazards.

* Remedied direct code violations by promptly installing covers on junction boxes to ensure compliance.

* Enhanced electrical safety measures by securing loose wire connections, reducing the risk of overheating and electrical arcing.

3.𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐨𝐬: 𝐓𝐨𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐬

Over the years, different types of electrical wiring had been installed in this attic without any uniformity or logic. There was a mix of:

* Old cloth-covered wire

* Non-metallic sheathed cable (Romex)

* Wires simply spliced and left open

This mess of inconsistent, unsafe wiring was not only confusing but also a tripping hazard, with wires strewn across attic floorboards.

🧰 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞

After thoroughly inspecting the entire attic space, we provided the homeowner with a detailed written estimate to:

* Remove all hazardous, damaged, and non-code-compliant wiring.

* Install new wiring circuits to meet the latest NEC (National Electrical Code) standards.

* Properly secure all wiring using staples and cable trays.

* Use only approved junction boxes with covers and ensure all connections are tightened and insulated.

* Recommend rodent-proofing the attic to prevent future damage.

We also explained the long-term risks of leaving faulty wiring in place, such as:

* Increased fire risk

* Power outages

* Damage to sensitive appliances

* Code violations that may affect insurance coverage

💰𝐁𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭: $𝟗𝟓.𝟎𝟎 (𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧)

🛒 Materials Used / Recommended:

* Electrical tester & voltage meter

* Wire connectors and terminals

* Plastic and metal junction box covers

* Romex NM-B 12/2 copper cable

* Staples and fasteners

* Anti-rodent foam and wire mesh (suggested for attic entry points)

✅ 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐌𝐊 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐚𝐧 - 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞, 𝐋𝐀?

When it comes to electrical inspections and repairs in Metairie, MK Electric Man delivers top-quality workmanship with attention to safety and detail. Unlike general handymen, we’re licensed, insured, and trained to detect and correct even the most hidden electrical problems.

If you’re unsure about the condition of your wiring—especially in older homes or attics—don’t wait until a serious issue arises. Whether you need a small repair or a complete rewiring job, we’ll make sure your system is up to code and running safely.

📍 Serving Metairie, LA and surrounding areas 📞 Contact MK Electric Man - Electrician today for reliable, licensed electrical service!

Service provided: Electrical Wiring Repairs

Budget: 95.00

Location: Metairie, LA