Coburg’s mix of older weatherboards, brick veneers and renovated period homes can leave smoke alarms missing, misplaced or overlooked after layout changes—our visual assessment checks what’s installed and where it’s positioned.
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We visually confirm each smoke alarm we can locate across bedrooms, hallways, living areas and any additional rooms, then document where alarms are present and where they appear to be missing so you can prioritise upgrades.
We assess whether alarms are positioned to effectively cover bedroom areas and the paths of travel to exits (such as hallways and stair routes). Poor placement can delay early warning when it matters most.
We pay attention to extensions, reconfigured walls and newly created rooms (for example, a rear open-plan add-on or converted study) to highlight areas that may have been missed when the home was altered.
We flag alarms that appear positioned too close to kitchens, bathrooms or laundry areas where steam or cooking fumes can trigger false alarms, which often leads occupants to silence, remove batteries or disable units.
Where evident, we note if alarms appear interconnected or isolated and whether coverage looks consistent across levels. This helps you discuss suitable improvements with an electrician or installer.
Your report summarises what was observed, where potential issues sit in the home, and practical next steps to consider. It’s written for homebuyers and owners, not trade jargon.
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Many older Coburg homes have had piecemeal updates over the years, so smoke alarms might be installed, but not necessarily positioned to suit the current layout. Long hallways, added rear living zones, and relocated bedrooms can leave gaps. Our assessment visually checks presence and placement across the home as it exists today and highlights areas that may need improvement.
No. This service is a visual assessment that confirms the presence and observable placement of smoke alarms. We don’t provide a compliance certificate and we don’t perform electrical testing or certify wiring, interconnection or detector performance. If we identify concerns, we’ll note them in the report so you can engage a qualified electrician or smoke alarm specialist for testing or upgrades.
Your report records where smoke alarms were visually observed and notes areas where alarms appear absent or poorly placed. We also flag common set-up issues that affect real-world safety, such as alarms positioned too close to steam or cooking sources. The aim is to give you a clear checklist to act on, with practical recommendations for next steps.
Coburg renovations often add rear open-plan living, create new bedrooms, or convert garages and rear studios into habitable rooms. These changes can shift sleeping areas further from existing alarms or introduce new hallways and doorways that alter smoke travel. Our visual review focuses on how the current rooms connect, highlighting where additional alarms or better placement may be needed.
Yes. Many clients choose to include a Smoke Detectors Assessment alongside a broader building and pest inspection so safety observations sit within the wider context of the property’s condition. It’s particularly useful before settlement, where you want a single, detailed report that captures key risks and practical actions. To book, call ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187.
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Contact us for more informationChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a clear, visual check of smoke alarm presence and placement that suits Coburg’s older homes and renovation-heavy layouts. Call 0413 163 187.