Loading...
Loading...
Brunswick West has a mix of older weatherboard homes, mid-century builds and renovated units where electrical upgrades can be patchy—our visual inspection helps flag visible safety and compliance red flags before you commit.
Answer a few quick questions to receive your personalised quote for Brunswick West
Complete this step to continue
Our comprehensive service includes everything you need to make an informed decision about your property.
We visually assess the switchboard for signs of age, damage, heat staining, poor workmanship, inadequate labelling, and cramped or untidy cabling. The switchboard is the heart of the electrical system; visible defects can indicate safety risks and likely upgrade requirements.
We check for the visible presence of safety switches and note where coverage appears limited (for example, older boards with only basic circuit protection). RCDs reduce the risk of electric shock, and missing or incomplete coverage is a common upgrade item in older Brunswick West homes.
We inspect accessible, visible cabling for deterioration, unsupported runs, makeshift joins, or exposure where it shouldn’t be visible. While we don’t open walls or test circuits, visible cable issues can signal broader electrical problems that warrant electrician testing.
We look for cracked plates, loose fittings, scorch marks, DIY-style installations, and locations that appear unsuitable (especially near sinks and wet areas). These are common visual indicators of overheating, moisture exposure, or non-compliant work.
We confirm smoke alarms are present and note visible concerns such as poor placement, missing alarms in key areas, or units that look outdated. Smoke alarm compliance is crucial for tenancy and safety, and it’s frequently overlooked during renovations.
We note indicators that the home’s electrical demand may have increased—such as multiple heaters, older outlet configurations paired with heavy appliance use, or extensive reliance on power boards. This helps you anticipate whether the system may need an electrician review to support modern loads safely.
Discover why thousands of property buyers trust us with their most important investment.
Professional inspections with attention to every detail. Here's a glimpse of our work.
Inspection photo 1
Inspection photo 2
Inspection photo 3
Get Electrical Visual Inspection as part of a comprehensive inspection package
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes. Brunswick West includes older houses and renovated properties where electrical work may have been added at different times. A visual inspection helps identify obvious safety concerns such as aging switchboards, missing or limited safety switches, visible cable deterioration, and signs of overheating at outlets or fittings. It won’t replace electrician testing, but it helps you spot common red flags early and plan next steps.
No. This is a visual-only assessment based on what can be safely seen without dismantling the switchboard or conducting live testing. We document visible conditions and note concerns that should be referred to a licensed electrician for testing, fault-finding and compliance work. If you need confirmation of circuit performance, RCD trip times, or detailed load testing, an electrician should be engaged.
We focus on accessible electrical components and visible indicators of safety and compliance issues. This typically includes the switchboard, visible wiring where accessible, power points, switches, light fittings where observable, and smoke alarms. We also note visible signs of heat damage, moisture impact near wet areas, and workmanship concerns that may indicate non-compliant or DIY modifications requiring electrician attention.
Sometimes. In Brunswick West units and townhouses, switchboards can be located in garages, common corridors, or shared service zones with restricted access. We inspect what is accessible at the time and document any areas we can’t view. If key components are locked or managed by an owners corporation, we recommend arranging access in advance or budgeting for an electrician follow-up once access is granted.
Yes. We prioritise findings based on visible risk. For example, scorch marks, damaged fittings, exposed wiring, or obvious switchboard defects are treated as urgent items to address promptly. Other observations—like outdated but intact fittings or limited labelling—may be noted as upgrade considerations. We also outline what should be escalated to a licensed electrician for definitive testing and compliance confirmation.
Still have questions?
Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the visible electrical safety and compliance clues that matter in Brunswick West homes—call 0413 163 187 to schedule your inspection.