Did you know here in Friendswood, Texas, you likely need a permit to work on your home? If you’re thinking about starting a major home remodeling project, you will want to research inspection and permit requirements. According to the City of Friendswood, Texas, any projects where you will be moving parts of your property, adding on an extension, or changing the structure of your home will require a permit. Residential Electric Services has been servicing Friendswood families for over thirty years and we want to make sure our team is there to help you with any of your electrical projects.
As a homeowner, you know how important it can be to have a working electrical system and how complicated it can be. If you have been thinking about ways to make your home and outdoor space more enjoyable in your off-hours, we can help! Do you want to increase your deck or patio space for more family bar-b-ques or build an inground pool for the hot summer months? We can help with installing outdoor lights to brighten up your deck or patio space, repair hot tub circuits so you can make the most of your down time, and lots more electrical repair services. Visit the City of Friendswood Website to learn about the permits you’ll need, but when you hire us, we will take care of all the electrical service permits needed for the project.
A great way to enjoy the outdoors and make sure you’re comfortable all year round is to remodel your deck, patio, backyard, or pool. Any of those projects will need a professional to install lighting around your pool or patio or run power to your electric grill. Our experts can install more durable and reliable equipment to make your outdoor spaces feel like an extension of your home.
You may be surprised which small home projects actually require a permit. You probably think if it is a minor change and doesn’t affect anyone else, why would I need a permit? The most important reason is that failing to get a permit could reduce the value of your home. Information about updates and maintenance help your home value stay current with taxes and insurance. If you ever sell your home, that information will be necessary for real estate purposes and keeping accurate square footage and market value records.
Also, remodeling permits will make sure your property is up to date with the latest health and safety standards. If unpermitted work is done on your home, it could be a concern for safety reasons and depreciate your home’s value. You may even be fined if an appraiser determines that the work needs to be redone with the proper permits.
It is essential to know the types of work that require permits like driveway replacements, fences, generators, irrigation systems, storage buildings, and swimming pools. Your application should have a site plan and a proposal for the work done. Plans need to be drawn to scale and show the dimensions and shape of your property. Plus, the size and location of the buildings are important. Think ahead and plan to have an inspector review the permit application, and with a quality application, an inspector can review your plan in about a week.
While you work to make your outdoor space comfortable and attractive, we will be available for any electrical services. Now that you know what you need to do for a safe and profitable home remodeling project, call us for a free electrical services estimate at (281)-482-8658.
