Bayswater North homes often mix older builds with updated extensions—an easy way for DIY wiring, uneven paths, and non-compliant stairs to slip through and create real injury and fire risks.
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We check for visible indicators of unsafe electrics such as damaged power points, loose switches, exposed wiring, DIY-looking connections, and heat staining around fittings. These signs can point to overload, poor workmanship, or deterioration that increases the risk of shock or fire, especially in garages, laundries, and extension areas.
We confirm whether smoke alarms are present and assess whether their locations make sense for bedrooms and hallways in the current layout. Homes that have been reconfigured can end up with alarms that no longer provide effective early warning, which is critical for night-time escape.
We inspect common fall-risk areas including uneven concrete, lifted pavers, cracked steps, threshold lips, and slippery surfaces. We note where drainage, moss, or wear increases slip risk—particularly important for Bayswater North properties with outdoor entertaining areas and mixed paving types.
We assess visible issues such as loose handrails, wobbly balustrades, inconsistent step heights, and gaps that can be dangerous for children. Where we see potential non-compliance or unsafe design, we outline why it matters and what to have checked further.
We look for safety concerns like loose tiles, unstable shower screens, water ingress that creates slippery floors, and signs of moisture-related deterioration around wet areas. Wet-area hazards can cause injury quickly and often signal ongoing maintenance or waterproofing problems.
We inspect accessible outbuildings and yard areas for hazards such as unsecured shelving, unsafe storage platforms, damaged cladding, and power usage set-ups that look improvised. These spaces are often where hazards hide because they’re used daily but inspected less carefully during open homes.
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In Bayswater North, we often see hazards created by a mix of original construction and later improvements—uneven outdoor paving, worn concrete steps, loose handrails, and older electrical fittings sitting beside newer renovations. Garages and sheds can also have improvised power use or storage hazards. Our inspection focuses on practical risks that could cause injury or fire, then prioritises what to address first.
We identify visible electrical safety concerns during the inspection, such as damaged fittings, exposed wiring, or signs of overheating, but we don’t perform invasive testing or certify compliance—that requires a licensed electrician. If we see red flags, we document the locations and likely risk, then recommend the right next step so you can arrange targeted electrical testing or repairs before settlement.
Yes. We look for visible hazards such as loose or missing fixings, unstable balustrades, slippery surfaces, and inconsistent or deteriorated steps and landings. External structures can become hazardous over time, particularly where drainage and weather exposure accelerate wear. If a structure shows movement or significant deterioration, we’ll note the risk and recommend a specialist assessment where needed.
Garage conversions can introduce safety issues if access, ventilation, wiring, lighting, or step-down transitions weren’t handled properly. We check for trip hazards at thresholds, signs of DIY electrical work, inadequate lighting for safe movement, and moisture-related deterioration that can make floors slippery. We also note any clear indicators that the space may require further compliance checking by the appropriate trades.
Your report groups findings into clear, actionable items and explains why each issue matters, especially where it could lead to injury or fire risk. We highlight urgent hazards first (for example, unstable handrails or electrical warning signs), then list secondary items that can be scheduled. That makes it easier to plan quotes, negotiate repairs, or decide whether the property suits your household.
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Contact us for more informationCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for a detailed, practical safety hazard report that targets the real risks seen in Bayswater North homes and extensions.