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Why Federal Pacific Electric Panels Are Still a Problem in 2025 — A Deep Dive

by Sean Whaley | Jul 31, 2025 | Uncategorized

During a recent 4-point inspection in Brevard County, I walked into a home and found something that still manages to surprise me — not one, but two Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) panels. One 200-amp main panel and one 100-amp sub. And yep, both of them were...

When Attic Access Is Too Small: Why Safety Matters During Wind Mitigations

by Sean Whaley | Jul 30, 2025 | Uncategorized

Not every inspection can be completed as planned — and sometimes, the reason is simple: access. On a recent wind mitigation inspection, I encountered an attic access that was too small and too unsafe for entry. As a result, I had to mark “no attic access”...

Inswing vs. Outswing Doors: Safety, Wind Resistance, and What Insurance Really Cares About

by Sean Whaley | Jul 28, 2025 | Uncategorized

During a recent inspection, I had a conversation with a homeowner about something most people don’t think twice about — the direction their doors swing. It started with a simple observation: the exterior doors on their home were outswing, not inswing. This turned into...

A Roof-to-Wall Connection from 1950 That Still Qualifies for Insurance Discounts?

by Sean Whaley | Jul 24, 2025 | Uncategorized

Sometimes it’s the little things that make the biggest difference. During a recent wind mitigation inspection, I came across something I didn’t expect — a roof-to-wall connection that was installed around 1950… and somehow still meets modern standards. How?...

Why Double-Tapped Breakers Are a Problem — And What You Can Do About It

by Sean Whaley | Jul 21, 2025 | Uncategorized

Most of the time when I find one of these, I take a picture and then take a deep breath. Because I know I’m not just delivering bad news — I’m about to walk someone through a concept they’ve probably never heard of, and it’s almost always followed by a worried look, a...
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