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Blackburn North homes often mix original mid-century builds with newer extensions and DIY upgrades, which can hide unsafe wiring, uneven paths and non-compliant decks or stairs.
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We assess internal and external stairs for uneven risers, insecure treads, inadequate landings, and loose or poorly positioned handrails. These are common injury points, particularly where older entry steps meet newer paving or where staircases have been altered during renovations.
We check deck boards, edge protection, balustrade stability, and openings that can present fall risks. In Blackburn North, many homes have added rear decks over time; we look for movement, deterioration, and DIY fixes that compromise safety.
We identify lips, heave, cracking, and uneven surfaces across concrete, pavers, and door thresholds. These issues often develop gradually and can be easy to miss at inspections, yet they’re a major source of falls and may indicate underlying drainage or ground movement concerns.
We review bathrooms, laundries and other wet areas for obvious slip hazards, unsafe transitions, and water escape that can affect flooring stability. We also flag water damage that may lead to soft or compromised substrates around showers, baths and laundry troughs.
Without performing electrical certification, we visually check for warning signs such as deteriorated fittings, exposed cabling, overloaded power points, unsafe outdoor connections, and evidence of non-professional alterations. We then recommend a licensed electrician where further testing is needed.
We assess obvious hazards such as unstable retaining edges, loose fence panels near high-traffic areas, and unsafe access routes to yards, garages or underfloor spaces. These issues matter in family homes where children and visitors use outdoor areas daily.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
In Blackburn North we often see hazards linked to older homes that have been updated in stages: uneven entry steps where new paving meets original levels, loose or low handrails on stairs, ageing deck structures, and trip points in cracked paths. Renovations can also leave behind visual electrical red flags like overloaded power points or outdoor wiring that needs proper protection.
No. A Building and Pest inspection covers the condition of the structure and signs of timber pests, while a Safety Hazards inspection targets risks that can cause injury or create immediate safety concerns. In practice, many clients in Blackburn North choose both, especially where a home has older elements plus newer extensions and outdoor areas that need close attention.
We perform a visual safety assessment and report clear warning signs, but we don’t provide electrical certification or invasive testing. If we see concerns—such as exposed cabling, damaged fittings, or unsafe outdoor connections—we’ll recommend a licensed electrician for testing and compliance work. This approach helps you identify risk early without delaying your decision-making.
Yes. Staged renovations can create level changes, mismatched stair geometry, and non-compliant deck or balustrade details—especially where older sections meet new work. We focus on transitions: thresholds, steps, landings, and external entertaining areas. We also look for DIY fixes that may be visually tidy but unsafe under load or in wet conditions.
Use the report to separate urgent hazards from routine maintenance and cosmetic issues. Address high-risk items first—such as fall hazards on stairs and decks, and electrical red flags—then plan medium-term works like path levelling or drainage improvements. If you’re negotiating, the photos and clear descriptions make it easier to request repairs or adjust your offer based on real safety exposure.
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Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for a safety-focused inspection that targets the real risks in Blackburn North homes—stairs, decks, outdoor access and visible electrical concerns—with clear priorities and photo evidence.