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Caulfield North has a mix of period homes, renovated townhouses and older apartments where layouts, extensions and internal stairs can leave gaps in smoke alarm coverage if placement hasn’t kept up.
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We visually confirm smoke alarms are present on each storey and in key areas (such as circulation spaces leading to bedrooms). Multi-level Caulfield North townhouses can be missed if an alarm is only installed on the ground floor.
We assess whether visible alarms are positioned to alert occupants in bedrooms, not just in living rooms. Older Caulfield North layouts often have bedrooms off long hallways, so hallway placement matters.
Where a property has internal stairs, we check for alarm placement that supports early warning between levels. Stairwells can act like chimneys for smoke, so gaps here are worth identifying.
We note alarms that appear too close to kitchens or cooking areas, which can lead to nuisance alarms and batteries being removed. Many renovated Caulfield North homes have open-plan kitchens where careful placement is essential.
We visually check whether alarms appear mounted in sensible positions (for example, not tucked into corners or obstructed by bulkheads). Decorative cornices and ceiling features in older homes can influence practical placement.
We include photos of visible alarm locations and straightforward comments on any apparent gaps in coverage. This makes it easier to brief an electrician or improve placement before settlement or move-in.
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Often, yes. Many Caulfield North period homes have long corridors, separated rooms and later rear extensions. An alarm that once covered a compact layout may no longer provide good warning to bedrooms or new living zones. Our Smoke Detectors Assessment visually checks presence and placement against the current layout, highlighting apparent gaps such as missing coverage near sleeping areas or on an added level.
No. This service is a visual assessment to confirm the presence and placement of smoke detectors that are accessible and visible at the time of inspection. We document locations, note any obvious issues with positioning, and report on apparent coverage gaps. If you need testing, replacement, or electrical compliance work, we recommend engaging a qualified electrician after receiving the report.
Your report records where smoke alarms are located, which levels appear to have coverage, and any placement concerns that stand out during a visual inspection. We also include photos of visible devices where practical. The goal is to give you a simple, action-ready checklist—such as where an alarm appears missing near bedrooms, where a stair landing may need one, or where a device is positioned too close to a kitchen area.
Apartments and townhouses in Caulfield North can include split levels, internal garages, and stairwells that connect floors quickly. It’s common to find an alarm on one level but not another, or coverage focused on living areas rather than bedroom approaches. Our visual assessment checks each level we can access and notes where placement may not suit the building’s vertical layout or bedroom locations.
Before buying is ideal because it helps you understand what’s already installed and what may need attention immediately after settlement. It’s also useful right before moving in, especially if the property has been renovated, had a recent tenancy, or sat vacant. The assessment gives you a clear view of alarm placement so you can organise any improvements early and avoid last-minute safety surprises.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections provides a clear, visual placement review with photo notes so you can quickly address any alarm coverage gaps in your Caulfield North home. Call 0485 857 077 to arrange an inspection.