Residential Construction Electrical Inspection Checklist

Project Name Location / Address Date Inspector

General

• Permit and approved plans available on-site
• Electrical service size and location verified
• All work performed in accordance with applicable codes

Rough-In Inspection

• Proper wiring methods used (NM, conduit, etc.)
• Cable and conduit are secured and supported
• Boxes are properly installed, accessible, and sized
• Grounding and bonding paths provided
• GFCI and AFCI protection as required
• Wires not subject to physical damage
• Nail plates installed where needed

Service Equipment

• Service panel installed and accessible
• Panel is labeled
• Main grounding electrode conductor installed
• Proper panel clearances maintained
• Drip loops and service entrance conductors installed correctly

Devices & Fixtures

• Switches and receptacles securely mounted
• Receptacle spacing (including kitchen, bathrooms, and exterior)
• Lighting outlets installed as required
• Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms wired properly
• Bathroom and laundry receptacles GFCI protected

Final Inspection

• Panels covered and circuits labeled
• Devices and plates installed
• No exposed conductors or open boxes
• Fixture operation tested
• Required clearances and access maintained
• Corrections from previous inspections completed

Inspector Notes