West Valley City Home Inspector

West Valley City didn’t officially incorporate until 1980, but plenty of its houses were around long before that. Following World War II, the expansion of water and sewer services helped turn the farming communities of Granger and Hunter into residential neighborhoods. So while West Valley City may sound like a relatively new city, some of its homes have been standing for many decades.

One thing to pay attention to in an older home is the electrical system. A shiny new electrical panel is nice to see, but it doesn’t necessarily mean the wiring behind the walls has been updated. During a West Valley City home inspection, we examine accessible wiring and outlets, looking at things like grounding and electrical safety protection where required. If the house has a remodeled kitchen, finished basement or other additions, it’s also worth asking what electrical work was done along the way. Depending on what we find, we may recommend having a licensed electrician take a closer look. Better to understand those issues before moving in than discover them after the fact.