A previous owner finished our basement without permits. What now?

We open enough of it to see how it was built, tell you what's actually a problem versus cosmetic, and lay out the options — including bringing it up to code legitimately. We don't cover up work we wouldn't stand behind.

Do I need a panel upgrade to remodel my kitchen?

Not always. A modern kitchen needs several dedicated circuits, so it comes down to available capacity and open spaces in your existing panel. We check that during the walkthrough so the estimate reflects reality.

Can you help with a basement apartment or accessory unit?

We can handle the construction and electrical. Whether the unit is permitted as a legal accessory dwelling is a city zoning question, and we'll point you to what Orem requires rather than guessing.

Are two-prong outlets a problem?

They mean those circuits have no equipment ground. There are code-compliant ways to address it that range from GFCI protection to rewiring. We'll explain the trade-offs and cost of each.

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Electrician & General Contractor in Orem, Utah

Orem is largely an older housing market, and older houses are where an electrician who also runs the remodel really earns his keep. Most projects here start with wiring that was fine in 1968 and isn't anymore.

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What homes in Orem usually need

A lot of Orem was built from the 1950s through the 1970s. Expect original panels near their capacity, kitchens on one or two circuits, ungrounded bedroom outlets, and basements finished by a previous owner without permits. Many homes also have basement apartments or rental space, which brings its own code requirements around egress, smoke alarms, and separated circuits.