You may need to move furniture away from walls to allow the ElecCheck inspector to access outlets and other electrical devices.

ElecCheck is an inspection of your home's electrical wiring and/or devices by an ElecCheck inspector to identify potential electrical hazards that could lead to a fire or shock.
ElecCheck will be available across Ontario, for homes that meet the criteria, starting on July 3, 2018. It is focused on homes built prior to 1976. Homes built during this time can pose a greater risk of fire and shock hazards due to aging infrastructure or improperly maintained electrical systems.
ElecCheck inspectors use an ElecCheck checklist to evaluate your electrical system. An ElecCheck includes one visit and will identify any electrical deficiencies that need to be corrected in order to receive an ElecCheck Certificate.
ElecChecks are available for homes that meet the following criteria:
» built prior to 1976, or |
» contain aluminum wiring (regardless of age), |
» were previously an unlicensed cannabis grow operation (regardless of age), or |
» to comply with Ontario Reg 213/07 Fire Code, Section 9.8 (for post-1975 homes if specifically required by the Fire Department). |
ElecCheck entitles you to one inspection visit only. You may need to make certain arrangements in your home for the ElecCheck inspector to complete an ElecCheck. A pre-ElecCheck document will be emailed to you after you book your appointment to help you prepare.
What’s not included as part of an ElecCheck?
You may need to move furniture away from walls to allow the ElecCheck inspector to access outlets and other electrical devices.
To ensure a thorough inspection, the ElecCheck inspector
may require access to the following areas of your home:
Fill out the ElecCheck - Application for Inspection (Excel file), and submit your completed application with payment via one of the following methods below.
[Please note: ElecCheck inspections are not a regulatory requirement, and as such ESA is not scheduling or conducting ElecCheck inspections at this time. We are focusing our efforts on the highest safety and related priorities of the province that ensure we are meeting our regulator requirements.]
Fax: 1-800-667-4278
Mail:
Electrical Safety Authority - Customer Service Centre
400 Sheldon Drive, Unit 1
Cambridge, ON N1T 2H9
ElecCheck is a non-regulatory service offered by the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). More information...