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Burnley’s mix of older weatherboard homes, renovated terraces and unit blocks can hide DIY wiring changes and ageing switchboards—our visual inspection helps flag visible electrical safety red flags before you buy or renovate.
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We visually assess the switchboard for obvious concerns such as poor labelling, missing blanks, signs of overheating, corrosion, or aged components. We also note the visible presence of safety switches (RCDs) and whether the setup appears appropriate for a modern household load.
We look for visible cable types, deterioration, unsupported runs, and suspect joins where cabling can be seen (near the switchboard, in roof space/underfloor where accessible and safe). This helps highlight wiring that may be older, damaged, or altered without proper protection.
We check a representative sample of outlets and switches for cracking, scorch marks, looseness, missing covers, and poorly seated fittings. These are common visible clues of overheating, wear, or DIY work that needs electrician attention.
Where accessible, we visually review light fittings for heat damage, unsafe proximity to insulation, and improvised mounting. In renovated Burnley homes, older ceiling spaces can contain a mix of fitting styles that warrant a careful look.
We note the visible presence of smoke alarms, their general placement, and any obvious damage or missing units. This is a visual observation only (not a test/certification), but it helps flag where smoke alarm coverage appears inadequate for follow-up.
We visually assess accessible external cabling, fittings, and weatherproofing where possible, including signs of moisture exposure or UV degradation. This matters in Burnley properties with older outdoor lighting, deck areas, or under-house storage where fittings can be vulnerable.
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Many Burnley homes have been renovated in stages, which can leave older switchboard components in place while new circuits are added. A visual inspection can’t electrically test the system, but it can identify obvious red flags such as heat damage, corrosion, missing covers, poor labelling, and an absence of visibly identifiable safety switches. If concerns are noted, we’ll recommend a licensed electrician assessment before settlement.
No. An Electrical Visual Inspection is a non-invasive, visual-only assessment completed as part of a property inspection service. We don’t remove covers, dismantle components, or carry out electrical testing, and we don’t issue electrical compliance certificates. If we observe anything that appears unsafe, aged, or altered, we’ll document it clearly and advise you to engage a licensed electrician for testing and certification as needed.
We visually check for the presence of safety switches at the switchboard and note what can be seen from labels and accessible components. For smoke alarms, we record visible presence, placement, and obvious damage or missing units. This inspection is not a functional test of RCD operation or alarm activation, but it helps you identify likely gaps so you can organise an electrician or specialist for confirmation.
In Burnley unit blocks, switchboards and meters are often grouped in shared areas, and some electrical components may be outside the apartment’s direct control. We’ll inspect what’s accessible for your lot, note any visible issues within the unit, and document limitations where common property restricts access. If the main board or common wiring appears relevant, we’ll suggest questions to raise with the owners corporation or a licensed electrician.
Treat it as a prompt for urgent follow-up. Avoid using affected outlets or fittings until a licensed electrician has assessed them, especially if there are scorch marks, melting, buzzing, or a burning smell. Use the report notes to request further investigation during your due diligence period, and consider negotiating repairs or an allowance where the risks are clear and likely to require electrical work.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the visible electrical risks that matter to Burnley buyers—switchboards, wiring condition clues, safety switches and smoke alarm observations. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.