TSANB inspection cost — who pays for it?

The electrician typically includes TSANB inspection fees in their project quote, but the homeowner ultimately pays for it as part of the total electrical work cost.

When you hire a licensed electrician in New Brunswick, they handle the entire permit and inspection process on your behalf. The electrician pulls the electrical permit from TSANB before starting work, and this permit fee includes the cost of the required inspection. Most reputable electricians will include both the permit fee and inspection cost in their upfront quote, so you won't see separate charges.

TSANB inspection fees are currently around $100-150 for most residential electrical work, though this can vary based on the scope of the project. For example, a simple outlet addition might have a lower inspection fee than a complete panel upgrade or whole-home rewiring project. The electrician pays TSANB directly for the permit and inspection, then recovers this cost through their project pricing.

The inspection process works like this: after your electrician completes the electrical work, they request an inspection from TSANB. A TSANB inspector visits your property to verify the work meets Canadian Electrical Code requirements. If everything passes, you receive a Certificate of Compliance. If there are issues, the electrician must correct them and may need a re-inspection (which could involve additional fees).

Why this matters for homeowners: Always confirm with your electrician that permits and inspections are included in their quote. Some less reputable contractors might quote lower prices but then add permit fees as extras. A proper electrical contractor will handle all TSANB requirements and include these costs transparently in their pricing.

If you're getting quotes for electrical work, ask specifically: "Does this price include the TSANB permit and inspection fees?" This ensures you're comparing apples to apples between different electricians.

Need help finding a licensed electrician who handles all TSANB requirements properly? New Brunswick Electrical can match you with experienced local electricians who include all permits and inspections in their transparent pricing.