Brunswick West homes often mix older weatherboards and brick units with newer renovations—this combination can hide electrical, balcony, and trip hazards that only show up with a targeted safety check.
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We assess internal and external stairs for stability, safe step consistency, and the presence and condition of handrails. Where there are balconies, decks, or raised landings, we look for loose or low balustrades and gaps that can create fall risks, then flag items that may not meet expected safety performance.
We look for common visible hazards such as damaged power points, unsafe DIY cabling, exposed conductors, poorly protected outdoor electrical fittings, and signs of overheating at accessible components. While we don’t perform electrical compliance testing, we identify conditions that should be urgently reviewed by a licensed electrician.
We inspect entry steps, thresholds, paths, and paving for uneven surfaces, lifted slabs, cracked concrete, and slippery finishes. This is especially important where older paths meet newer landscaping or where drainage causes persistent damp areas that become slick underfoot.
We check for signs that water is escaping into adjacent areas, loose fixtures, and flooring conditions that can become slippery. We also note ventilation concerns that can contribute to mould and dampness, which can make surfaces hazardous and increase maintenance demands.
We look for unsafe storage platforms, unstable shelving, poor lighting, and hazards commonly found in older garages—such as exposed edges, damaged flooring, and electrical risks. These areas are often overlooked during inspections but can be high-risk for families and DIY workspaces.
We review accessible areas for ponding water, blocked surface drainage, and poorly lit walkways that increase slip and fall risk at night. We also look at safe access around the site, including tight side paths and pinch points where emergency egress can be compromised.
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In Brunswick West we often see trip hazards from uneven paths, aging concrete, and mismatched floor levels where old and new sections meet. Raised entries and external steps can have loose or poorly positioned handrails. In renovated homes and units, we sometimes find DIY electrical additions, poorly protected outdoor power points, and balcony or deck balustrades that need closer review for fall risk. A safety hazards inspection helps prioritise what to fix first.
No. A Safety Hazards inspection is a visual, non-invasive check that identifies observable electrical red flags such as damaged fittings, exposed cabling, signs of overheating, and unsafe outdoor connections. Compliance testing and repairs must be done by a licensed electrician. If we find concerns, we’ll document where they are, why they matter, and recommend the next step so you can engage the right specialist quickly.
Yes. We focus on fall-risk areas including decks, balconies, raised landings, and stairways. We check for loose components, poor fixings, inadequate handrails, and openings that may present safety risks. If a structure shows signs of movement, decay, or instability, we’ll note it as a priority item and recommend further assessment by a qualified builder or structural professional before the area is used regularly.
Older weatherboards and period homes in Brunswick West can have settling floors, older steps, and patched repairs that create unexpected level changes. We pay close attention to entry points, internal transitions, and external access routes where these level changes can become trip hazards. We also look for safety issues linked to aging materials, like loose verandah boards or degraded external stairs, and document practical rectification pathways.
Before buying is ideal because it gives you leverage to negotiate or plan repairs, especially if hazards affect safe access, electrical safety, or fall risk areas like stairs and balconies. If you’ve already settled, the inspection still helps you prioritise urgent fixes and plan staged upgrades. For investors, it’s also a useful way to identify tenant safety risks that should be addressed promptly.
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Get in TouchSpeak with ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a safety-focused assessment that flags real risks in Brunswick West homes—call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection and get clear priorities for rectification.