Plumbing & Electrical Tips for New Homeowners in Georgia

Congratulations on your new Georgia home! Before you get settled, here are essential plumbing and electrical things every new homeowner should know.

Find Your Shutoffs

• **Main water shutoff** — know where it is and test it. In an emergency, every second counts.
• **Main electrical panel** — locate it and label each breaker.
• **Gas shutoff** — if your home has gas, know where to turn it off.
• **Individual fixture shutoffs** — under sinks and behind toilets.

Get an Inspection

If your home inspection didn't include detailed plumbing and electrical evaluations:

• **Sewer camera inspection** — especially for older homes
• **Electrical panel inspection** — verify the panel is safe and adequate
• **Water quality test** — know what's in your water
• **Pressure test** — verify plumbing system integrity

Change the Water Heater Settings

Check that your water heater is set to 120°F — safe, efficient, and prevents scalding.

Test All GFCI Outlets

Press the test and reset buttons on every GFCI outlet in bathrooms, kitchens, garages, and outdoor locations. Replace any that don't trip properly.

Build a Relationship With a Local Contractor

Having a trusted plumber and electrician on speed dial saves time and stress when something goes wrong. Ark Services has been that trusted partner for Southeast Georgia families for 15+ years.

**New home, new start.** Call on Ark — 912-682-9991.