Brunswick’s mix of Victorian terraces, older brick flats and renovated weatherboards often hides DIY wiring, steep staircases and aging balconies—hazards that can be missed until someone gets hurt.
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We check accessible electrical components for visible safety concerns such as damaged outlets, exposed wiring, DIY modifications and older-style switchboards. These issues can increase shock and fire risk, particularly where kitchens, laundries or extensions have been updated at different times.
We assess stairs, landings, handrails and balustrades for looseness, uneven treads, inadequate graspability and fall hazards. This is especially relevant in Brunswick terraces and walk-up flats where narrow staircases and older joinery can become unsafe with wear.
We inspect accessible balconies, decks and raised outdoor areas for movement, deteriorated timbers, loose fixings and barrier concerns. Elevated structures at the rear of properties can be vulnerable to weathering and can pose serious fall risks if neglected.
We identify common injury points such as lifted flooring, uneven thresholds, cracked paths, poorly drained outdoor surfaces and sudden level changes. Older Brunswick properties often have a mix of original floors and newer tiling where transitions can create a trip edge.
We look for visible signs of moisture problems that can create slippery surfaces or contribute to electrical risk in bathrooms, laundries and kitchens, including poor ventilation, water ingress and deteriorated sealants. We note areas that warrant further investigation by relevant trades.
We review practical safety around entry points, side passages and rear access—including lighting coverage, unstable steps and obstructed exit paths. For Brunswick homes with long driveways, shared walkways or rear lane access, good visibility and stable footing are key.
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Brunswick properties often combine older structures with newer renovations, which can create mismatched levels, steep stairs, and outdated or DIY electrical work. We also frequently see wear to balcony or deck components, loose handrails, and trip hazards at thresholds where old timber flooring meets new tiles. Your report highlights what’s immediately unsafe, what needs maintenance, and where a specialist trade should confirm the issue.
A Safety Hazards inspection is a visual, practical assessment of accessible areas to identify observable electrical red flags, such as damaged fittings or unsafe modifications. It does not replace formal electrical compliance testing or switchboard certification. If we see concerns, we’ll document them clearly and recommend follow-up by a licensed electrician, so you can confirm the extent of works and rectify safely.
Yes—where safe and accessible, we inspect balconies, decks and raised outdoor areas for movement, deterioration and fall-risk issues such as loose barriers or unstable steps. Because these structures are exposed to weather, problems can develop gradually and remain hidden until there’s a failure. If access is limited or a structure appears unsafe to load, we’ll note this and recommend an appropriate specialist assessment.
They can be. Original stairs may be narrower, steeper or have low or poorly positioned handrails compared with modern expectations. Even if a staircase is “as built”, wear, loosened fixings and slippery finishes can make it hazardous. We assess stability, handrail presence and practical fall risks, then outline sensible improvements you can discuss with a builder while respecting the home’s character.
Use the report to separate hazards within your lot from common property concerns. We’ll note safety issues we can observe in accessible areas such as entryways, balconies, internal stairs and visible electrical concerns. For shared spaces like corridors, car parks or external stairwells, the report helps you raise targeted questions with the owners corporation and review maintenance records before you commit.
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Contact us for more informationACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the real-world risks common in Brunswick’s older and renovated homes—then delivers a clear report you can act on. Call 0413 163 187.