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Cremorne has a mix of older cottages, warehouse conversions and renovated terraces—electrical upgrades aren’t always consistent. A polarity and switchboard-focused assessment helps spot dangerous wiring changes before they become a shock or fire hazard.
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We test for correct active/neutral orientation at selected power points and relevant circuits. Incorrect polarity can make appliances and fittings unsafe and can leave parts of a circuit energised when you think it’s off.
We assess the switchboard’s general condition, labelling clarity, and the suitability of circuit protection. A tidy, correctly protected board reduces the chance of overheating, nuisance tripping and unsafe DIY additions.
We identify where RCDs are installed and verify operation using appropriate testing. RCDs are a key line of defence against electric shock, particularly on power and lighting circuits in living areas.
We look for visible signs of wiring stress, deterioration, or unsafe connections where accessible, including at the switchboard and obvious entry points. This helps catch risks like heat damage, brittle insulation and makeshift joins.
We check whether smoke alarms are present and sensibly positioned for the dwelling layout. We also note obvious issues that can affect reliability, such as missing alarms in sleeping areas or units placed where false alarms lead to disabling.
Where we see indicators of recent renovations—new circuits, updated wet areas, or added HVAC—we flag items that typically require compliant protection and safe isolation. This helps you plan electrician follow-up with fewer surprises.
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Cremorne homes are often upgraded in stages, and electrical work can be extended or modified over time. If polarity is reversed at an outlet or light point, a fitting can appear to work normally while still presenting a shock risk during lamp changes or maintenance. Polarity testing helps uncover these hidden faults so an electrician can correct them before they cause injury or damage.
Yes. We review the switchboard condition, circuit protection and labelling, and we identify and test safety switches (RCDs) where fitted. RCDs are crucial for shock protection, but older boards or piecemeal upgrades can mean some circuits are not covered. We document what’s present and what’s missing so you can prioritise upgrades with a qualified electrician.
We include a practical smoke alarm presence and placement review as part of the safety context. We look for whether alarms appear to be installed in sensible locations for the home’s layout and note obvious gaps that affect safety. If you need certification, wiring changes, or replacement of hardwired alarms, we’ll recommend follow-up with an electrician to complete compliant works.
They can be. Conversions may have older base infrastructure with newer fit-outs added, which can create mixed cabling types, unclear circuit labelling, and circuits that weren’t designed for today’s appliance loads. Shared services and altered layouts can also make isolation and fault-finding harder. Our assessment focuses on polarity, protection devices and visible risk signs that commonly show up in these property types.
If we identify a concern that appears urgent—such as strong indicators of overheating, unsafe connections, or protection devices not operating as expected—we’ll explain the risk clearly and recommend immediate action. We’re not performing electrical repairs on the spot, but we’ll outline what to tell your electrician so they can isolate the issue, make the area safe, and complete compliant rectification as quickly as possible.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on polarity testing, switchboard safety and real-world risks seen in Cremorne’s renovated homes and conversions. Call 0413 163 187 to organise an inspection.