Avondale Heights has plenty of mid-century brick homes and renovated extensions where older wiring, upgraded kitchens and DIY changes can leave polarity and protection devices out of step.
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We test accessible GPOs for correct active/neutral orientation and basic wiring integrity. Reversed polarity can make appliances and lamp holders hazardous because parts you expect to be neutral may be live.
We inspect the switchboard layout, labelling, signs of heat damage, loose or overcrowded cabling, and the presence/type of circuit protection. A tidy, correctly protected board reduces the chance of overheating and nuisance tripping that masks bigger faults.
We check whether RCDs are installed and which circuits they protect, then perform functional testing where safe and accessible. In many older Avondale Heights homes, some circuits may still run without RCD protection.
Where access allows, we look for visible wiring concerns such as brittle insulation, unsupported cables, improvised joins, or heat exposure near downlights and exhaust fans. These are common contributors to faults in older or extended homes.
We confirm smoke alarms are present and note obvious placement issues (for example, missing alarms near sleeping areas). While full compliance is handled by the relevant regulations and installers, missing or poorly placed alarms are a practical safety concern.
We flag common non-compliance indicators seen after renovations—such as mixed old/new cabling into one circuit, poorly protected outdoor outlets, or unlabelled additions at the switchboard—so your electrician can rectify them properly.
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Yes. Many Avondale Heights homes were built before modern RCD requirements and have had upgrades done in stages—new kitchens, added circuits, or backyard power. That mix can hide polarity faults, missing earthing, or circuits without safety switch protection. An assessment focuses on the areas most likely to present hazards now, not just what was installed decades ago.
Polarity testing checks whether active and neutral are correctly wired at outlets and selected points, which directly affects shock risk. A compliance certificate is issued by a qualified electrician after electrical work is carried out and verified to meet regulations. ACE’s assessment identifies safety concerns and red flags; any rectification and certification must be completed by a licensed electrician.
Yes. We inspect the switchboard for obvious defects, labelling and protection setup, and we check for the presence of safety switches (RCDs) and what they protect. Where safe and accessible, we perform functional trip testing. If we find limited RCD coverage or warning signs like heat damage, we’ll clearly recommend follow-up with an electrician.
Renovations and outdoor additions can introduce mixed wiring eras, overloaded circuits, or outlets that weren’t upgraded to current safety expectations. We often see outdoor points without appropriate RCD protection, older circuits reused for high-load appliances, and unclear switchboard labelling after multiple changes. The assessment helps pinpoint where the risk is so upgrades can be targeted instead of guesswork.
Time depends on the size of the home and how many accessible outlets and areas can be tested, but most assessments are completed within a practical on-site visit. We need clear access to the switchboard and as many power points as possible, plus any roof/underfloor access if it’s safe and available. If areas are locked or obstructed, we’ll note limitations.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for targeted polarity and switchboard safety checks that suit the older-and-renovated housing mix common in Avondale Heights. Call 0413 163 187 to get started.