Box Hill mixes older weatherboard homes and renovated units—common hazard hotspots include dated switchboards, steep internal stairs and DIY deck work that can fail without warning.
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We check accessible switchboard condition, signs of overheating, missing covers, unsafe cabling, and DIY electrical indicators. Electrical faults are a major fire and shock risk, particularly where older systems have been patched into newer renovations.
We assess stairs, handrails and balustrades for looseness, instability, poor fixing and unsafe heights or gaps where observable. Falls on stairs are one of the most common household injuries, and issues often appear after layout changes or quick renovations.
We identify uneven flooring, lifting boards, cracked tiles, loose carpet edges, and slippery surfaces in bathrooms and laundries. These hazards are easy to overlook during inspections but can lead to immediate injury risks and ongoing maintenance costs.
We inspect visible timber and fixings for movement, rot indicators, inadequate supports and unstable stairs/landings. Outdoor structures in Box Hill often get DIY upgrades; movement or decay can quickly become a collapse or fall hazard.
We look for cracking or uneven surfaces that create trip points, insecure overhead storage, and hazards around vehicle access areas. Driveway slopes and drainage can increase slip risk during wet weather, especially near entries.
We assess visible dampness and poor ventilation that can contribute to mould, timber deterioration and slippery surfaces. While moisture is often treated as a “maintenance” issue, it can directly affect safety where it weakens structures or creates fall risks.
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In Box Hill we often see a mix of older construction and staged renovations, which can leave safety gaps. Common findings include loose or low balustrades, worn or uneven flooring that creates trip points, deteriorated decking or external steps, and electrical red flags such as heat damage or unsafe cabling at accessible points. We document each issue and recommend the right next step, including trade referrals where required.
A Safety Hazards inspection focuses on conditions likely to cause injury or immediate risk, such as falls, electrical hazards, unstable structures and slip points. A building inspection is broader and covers overall condition, defects and maintenance issues. Many clients in Box Hill choose a safety-focused assessment when they’re concerned about occupancy risks, tenant safety, or the impact of prior renovations on day-to-day usability.
We check what can be safely observed and accessed without invasive work, including visible electrical components and signs of unsafe conditions. We don’t perform specialist electrical or plumbing compliance testing, and we won’t remove sealed covers or do work that requires a licensed trade. If we identify risk indicators, we clearly recommend follow-up by a licensed electrician or plumber before you move in or lease the property.
Yes. Newer builds can still have safety issues such as loose handrails, poor drainage creating slippery entries, inadequate external lighting, or defects from fast construction. In townhouse complexes around Box Hill, shared driveways, stairs and balconies can also introduce hazards that aren’t obvious during an open inspection. A safety hazards check helps you identify what needs attention early, even in modern properties.
Use the report to separate urgent safety items from general improvements. For high-risk issues—like unstable balustrades, unsafe stairs or electrical danger signs—you can request repairs before settlement, renegotiate, or budget for immediate trade work. If you’re planning renovations, the report helps you scope priorities and avoid living with hazards while works are staged. It’s also useful evidence for discussions with agents and vendors.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on real-world risks common in Box Hill homes—older construction, renovation carry-overs and outdoor structure safety. Call 0413 163 187 to book.