L&I conducts electrical inspections to ensure the safety of all Washington citizens, whether at home or at work.
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Important Information: New users must also submit an Application to Access Electronic Permits & Inspection System (EPIS) to receive access to EPIS through SAW.
Changes for EPIS, New Manage Class B permits option, for Class B books and related permits sold after March 1, 2013.
Look Up a Permit or Inspection
Search for public information about an L&I electrical permit and inspection.
Pay fee dues using your permit number and authorization code
Pay your fee due by credit card (Visa and Master Card only). You must have your permit number and authorization code ready. The authorization code is provided on the second page of your permit when purchased.
Purchase a permit, request an inspection or get an annual permit for your business
Need an L&I electrical permit and inspection? Find out how to purchase your permit, pay additional fees on your permit and request your L&I inspection.
Washington businesses that employ regular maintenance staff can also purchase annual electrical permits to save time and money. One annual permit covers regularly scheduled inspections for your electrical maintenance, alterations and some new wiring in your existing facility.
Get your electrical plan reviewed
All electrical plans for new or altered electrical installations in educational, institutional, and health or personal care occupancies must be reviewed and approved before the electrical installation or alteration is started.
See if your city conducts electrical inspections
Check a list of cities that conduct their own electrical inspections. If your city is on the list, you will need to contact the local inspector for an electrical permit and inspection.
Amusement Ride Safety & Inspections
Electrical inspections of amusement rides does not guarantee that the ride is being operated safely. Read a parents' checklist for amusement ride safety.
Learn the requirements for tower crane inspections
Read the latest details about how L&I inspects the installation of tower cranes.
For more information about electrical permits and inspections, please contact your local L&I office.
