Avondale Heights has plenty of older brick homes and updated extensions where switchboards, DIY alterations and ageing wiring can create real safety gaps. A focused visual check helps you spot obvious risks before you buy, renovate or rent.
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We visually assess the switchboard for ageing components, signs of overheating, missing blanks, labelling issues and whether safety switches (RCDs) appear to be installed. This matters because older boards and unprotected circuits can increase shock risk and raise the likelihood of electrical fires.
We look for scorch marks, melted insulation, corrosion, water staining and other indicators around the switchboard and accessible electrical points. These visible clues can suggest overloaded circuits, loose connections or moisture ingress that should be investigated by a qualified electrician.
Where wiring is visible (such as underfloor areas, garages, sheds or at the meter area), we check for deteriorated insulation, unsupported cabling, exposed conductors and makeshift joints. Poorly supported or damaged wiring is a common precursor to faults and nuisance tripping.
We visually check accessible outlets and switches for cracking, looseness, burn marks and missing covers. Damaged fittings can indicate internal issues, and loose or broken outlets can be hazardous—particularly in high-use rooms like kitchens, laundries and living areas.
We check for the presence of smoke alarms and obvious placement or installation concerns that may affect functionality. While we don’t certify compliance as part of a visual inspection, identifying missing or questionable smoke alarm setups helps you prioritise safety and follow-up checks.
We visually inspect accessible outdoor lights, power points and cabling for weatherproofing issues, cracked seals and deteriorated fittings. Outdoor electrical faults are common where fittings are exposed to rain and sun, and can be overlooked during general property walk-throughs.
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An Electrical Visual Inspection in Avondale Heights focuses on what can be safely seen without invasive testing. We check the switchboard condition, the visible presence of safety switches (RCDs), signs of overheating or moisture, accessible wiring where visible, obvious damage to power points and switches, and visible issues with external electrical fittings. Findings are documented with photos and clear recommendations for electrician follow-up where needed.
No. A visual inspection is not an electrical compliance certificate and does not replace testing by a licensed electrician. Our role is to identify visible defects and risk indicators—such as heat damage, corrosion, missing safety devices or unsafe fittings—so you can arrange the right electrical tests and repairs. If you need certification for rental or specific compliance requirements, we’ll recommend engaging a qualified electrician.
We can often identify strong visual indicators that an upgrade is likely, such as older-style fuses, poor labelling, missing safety switches, heat damage, corrosion or an untidy, overloaded layout. However, definitive decisions about capacity, circuit protection and compliance require electrician testing and assessment. Our report helps you understand the visible risks and the most sensible next steps before committing to purchase or renovation.
Many older brick homes in Avondale Heights have had electrical work added over decades—extra circuits for modern kitchens, heating/cooling, garages and outdoor areas. That mix of old and new can create problems if upgrades weren’t done consistently, such as missing safety switches on some circuits, ageing wiring in accessible areas, or signs of overload at the switchboard. A visual inspection helps flag these patterns early.
Treat missing safety switches or questionable smoke alarm setups as priority items. Arrange a licensed electrician to test the circuits, confirm what protection is in place, and provide a quote to install or upgrade RCD protection and rectify faults. For smoke alarms, confirm the correct type and placement for your situation and organise replacement or installation where needed. Our findings give you a practical checklist to action.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections delivers a careful, visual-only electrical safety review suited to Avondale Heights homes with mixed-era wiring and renovations. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange your inspection.