Aberfeldie homes often mix older layouts with newer extensions—our assessment checks smoke alarm presence and placement so bedrooms, hallways and living areas aren’t left unprotected.
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We visually confirm where smoke detectors are installed throughout the property, including hallways, bedroom-adjacent areas and key living zones. This matters because missing detectors in just one part of the layout can delay activation and reduce warning time.
We pay special attention to the path between bedrooms and the rest of the home, noting whether there is a detector positioned to alert occupants while asleep. In many Aberfeldie renovations, bedroom zones shift and older alarm locations may no longer suit the current floor plan.
Where the home has multiple levels or internal stairs, we record how detectors are positioned relative to stairwells and landings. Smoke can move quickly up stair voids, so gaps around these transition points can reduce early warning on upper levels.
We note detectors that appear blocked by bulkheads, ceiling features, or awkward mounting positions that may affect smoke entry. Visual issues like proximity to air vents or placement in dead-air corners can be a practical red flag worth addressing.
We look at extensions and converted spaces (such as enclosed verandahs or reworked family rooms) to confirm whether alarms were added as the home changed. This is a common oversight when older Aberfeldie homes receive staged upgrades over many years.
Your report records detector locations by area and highlights any obvious coverage gaps or placement concerns observed during the visual inspection. Where changes are recommended, we outline what to discuss with a qualified electrician so you can prioritise safety upgrades.
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This service is a visual assessment focused on confirming the presence and placement of smoke detectors in the Aberfeldie property. We record what we can see and note any obvious coverage gaps or positioning concerns. It’s not an electrical compliance test and doesn’t certify operation, interconnection or battery condition. If anything looks inadequate or outdated, we recommend discussing testing and upgrades with a qualified electrician.
We visually check typical smoke detector locations across the home, with close attention to hallways outside bedrooms, main living areas and any separate levels. We also consider how the layout flows—such as long corridors, open-plan living and stair connections—because these affect how quickly smoke reaches a detector. We then document detector locations and highlight any areas that appear to lack coverage.
Yes, as long as access can be arranged to the relevant rooms and levels on the day. Because this is a visual inspection, we need to be able to see ceiling-mounted units and confirm where detectors are located in relation to bedrooms, hallways and living zones. If parts of the home are locked or not accessible, we’ll note the limitations in the report so you know what still needs checking.
Alterations can shift bedroom locations, add second living areas, or create new corridors, and smoke detectors aren’t always updated to match. During an Aberfeldie assessment we walk the current layout rather than assuming original room positions. We record detector placement relative to the present bedroom zone and main circulation paths, and we flag extension areas that appear to have been missed so you can plan targeted upgrades.
Split-level designs need careful detector positioning because smoke can rise quickly through stairwells and voids. We visually confirm where detectors sit in relation to stairs, landings and level changes, and we note any sections that appear under-protected. If we see potential gaps—such as a level with bedrooms but no nearby detector—we’ll highlight it in the report for follow-up with an electrician.
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Contact us for more informationACE Building and Pest Inspections provides a clear, visual check of smoke detector presence and placement that suits Aberfeldie’s older homes and renovated layouts. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange your inspection.