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Carlton’s mix of Victorian terraces, renovated worker’s cottages and older apartments can hide dated switchboards and DIY alterations—an electrical visual inspection helps spot visible hazards before they become a safety issue.
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We visually assess the switchboard for signs of age, damage, overheating, missing blanks, untidy terminations, or other visible hazards. In Carlton, older boards may have been added to over time; we note crowding, labelling issues, and any indicators that the board may need an electrician’s review or upgrade.
We check whether safety switches appear to be installed and identify what circuits they likely protect based on visible layout and labels. Where the setup looks incomplete or inconsistent (for example, only some circuits appear protected), we flag it so you can confirm coverage and operation with a licensed electrician.
We look for exposed, damaged, unsupported, or poorly routed cabling in accessible locations such as roof spaces (where safe), subfloors, cupboards, garages and along external walls. We also note visible junctions, taped joins, or makeshift connections that suggest non-compliant work.
We inspect a representative selection of outlets and switches for visible damage, discoloration, loose faceplates, or signs of overheating. In renovated Carlton properties, we also look for mismatched fittings and irregular placement that can indicate partial upgrades or DIY changes requiring follow-up.
We confirm whether smoke alarms are present and note their visible condition and placement. We also flag missing alarms or alarms that appear outdated, poorly located, or damaged, and recommend an electrician or qualified person confirm compliance and correct installation.
We visually note common high-load additions such as split systems, ovens, induction cooktops, and hot water units, and check for visible signs of appropriate isolation switches and cabling condition (where accessible). If the installation looks inconsistent with the appliance load, we recommend further assessment by an electrician.
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Yes. Carlton’s older terraces and cottages often have layers of electrical work from different renovation eras. A visual inspection can highlight visible red flags such as dated switchboards, heat-affected components, exposed cabling, or makeshift joins in accessible areas. It won’t confirm what’s hidden in walls, but it helps you identify where a licensed electrician should investigate further before you commit to a purchase or renovation.
This service is a visual-only assessment. We do not dismantle the switchboard, remove covers, or carry out electrical testing that requires a licensed electrician. Instead, we inspect what is safely visible and accessible, document concerns, and recommend appropriate next steps. If we see indicators of risk—such as overheating marks, damaged fittings, or questionable cabling—we’ll advise you to arrange further testing and repairs with an electrician.
Yes, we check for the presence of smoke alarms and assess visible condition and typical placement. We’ll note missing alarms, alarms that appear damaged, or placements that may not suit the dwelling layout. Because compliance requirements and correct installation can be technical, we recommend confirmation by a qualified person if anything appears unclear, especially prior to leasing or after renovations.
In Carlton apartments and subdivided houses, we commonly see signs of multiple upgrade stages: added power points, split-system installations, and cabling routed through cupboards or shared areas. Switchboards can be crowded or poorly labelled, and some circuits may appear to lack safety switch protection. A visual inspection helps identify these patterns and highlights where an electrician should confirm circuit coverage, isolation, and whether any visible work appears non-compliant.
A visual inspection can identify visible compliance indicators and likely gaps, but it does not certify compliance. Formal compliance typically requires electrical testing and, where needed, rectification by a licensed electrician. What we provide is a clear, practical snapshot of visible safety and installation concerns so you can take informed next steps—particularly useful before buying, before tenants move in, or before starting a renovation.
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Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for a detailed Carlton-focused visual check of switchboards, visible wiring safety, safety switches and smoke alarms—so you know what needs an electrician’s attention before problems escalate.