Inspectors should understand the basics of a number of different fields, one of which is electrical. And for those of you who don’t have an electrical background, it might be useful to brush up on some useful terms, such as voltage, amps, watts, ohms, direct current, alternating current, and others. See what these terms mean and how they all interrelate. The information is quite basic, but you’d be surprised just how many people – inspectors included – have misconceptions about how electricity works in homes. Check out our new article on electrical terms to learn some things that will make you feel more confident during inspections.