Cremorne’s mix of older workers’ cottages, modern apartments, and warehouse conversions can hide real-world hazards like unsafe stairs, non-compliant balustrades, and DIY electrical changes that aren’t obvious at an open home.
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We check steepness, tread consistency, loose or undersized handrails, and balustrade stability on internal stairs, entry steps, and balconies. In Cremorne’s multi-level townhouses and conversions, a small defect here can create a high-consequence fall hazard.
We identify whether smoke alarms appear appropriately located and functional (where accessible) and flag blocked or impractical exit paths. This matters in renovated floorplans where bedrooms, studies, and living areas have been reconfigured.
Without performing invasive testing, we look for visible warning signs such as damaged outlets, unsafe light fittings, exposed conductors, overloaded power boards, and non-compliant-looking additions. We clearly recommend when a licensed electrician should test and certify.
We review accessible hot water and gas appliance areas for obvious safety concerns like inadequate clearances, corrosion, poor ventilation, and missing or damaged isolation points. We also note when specialist gas compliance checks are warranted.
We look for high-risk glass locations (doors, low windows, wet areas) and signs of older, non-safety glazing, as well as sticking windows and damaged frames. In apartments and terrace-style homes, window openings and low sills can also pose child fall risks.
We inspect paths, thresholds, uneven paving, loose decking boards, and slippery surfaces, plus external lighting where visible. We also note drainage issues that can create slippery walkways or water ingress points around entries and courtyards.
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They can be, because conversions often involve new staircases, mezzanines, partitions, and changes to exits and ventilation. We focus on high-risk items such as stair geometry, balustrade stability, window openings, and signs of non-compliant electrical alterations. We also flag areas where specialist compliance checks are needed, so you know what to confirm before settlement or before you start further renovation work.
Yes. We inspect accessible balconies, decks, and roof-terrace edges for movement, loose fixings, corrosion, and balustrade height and stability concerns. We also look for trip points at door thresholds, surface drainage issues that can create slippery conditions, and deteriorated waterproofing indicators. Where we see a significant fall risk, we highlight it as urgent and recommend the appropriate qualified contractor.
No. A Safety Hazards inspection targets risks that can cause injury or immediate danger, such as fall hazards, electrical red flags, unsafe glazing locations, and access/egress concerns. A Building and Pest Inspection is broader and focuses on the property’s overall condition, structural issues, moisture, and timber pest activity. Many buyers in Cremorne choose both so they understand safety risks and the wider maintenance picture.
We often see hazards where old and new work meet: uneven floors creating trip points, steep stairs added to maximise space, older wiring left behind new linings, and doors or low windows with older glass in high-impact areas. We also pay attention to external steps and paths in narrow side access areas. The inspection helps you prioritise fixes that matter most before you move in.
Yes. We categorise findings by risk, explain why the issue is a hazard, and outline practical next steps. Where appropriate, we recommend the right licensed trade to assess and rectify (for example, electrician for suspected electrical defects or glazier for safety glazing concerns). That way you can act quickly on urgent items and budget for lower-priority improvements after settlement.
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Contact us for more informationACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the real hazards seen in Cremorne’s renovated homes, apartments, and conversions, with clear photos and action steps you can use straight away. Call 0413 163 187.