Cremorne’s mix of older cottages, renovated terraces and newer apartments often means alarms get missed during extensions, ceiling changes or open-plan kitchen upgrades—our visual check helps confirm detectors are where they should be.
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We visually confirm whether smoke detectors are present on each accessible storey and in key circulation areas. This matters because multi-level Cremorne homes and split-level renovations can end up with alarms on one level but not another.
We assess whether detectors appear to be positioned to cover sleeping areas and the usual routes people take to exit (hallways, landings, stairs). Poor placement can reduce early warning, particularly at night when bedroom doors are closed.
We note areas where alarms are commonly missed after remodels—new bedrooms, converted studies, enclosed patios, or reconfigured hallways. These oversights are easy to miss during a renovation handover or pre-settlement walkthrough.
We record what’s visible about each detector (where it sits, its general condition, and whether it appears older or damaged). While we don’t test performance in a visual-only assessment, visible deterioration can indicate the need for replacement or further checks.
We highlight placement issues linked to ceiling lines, bulkheads, skylights, air-conditioning vents or ceiling fans that can affect smoke flow. Cremorne homes with pitched roofs or raked ceilings often create tricky installation points.
We include photos where helpful, so you can show an electrician or property manager exactly what we observed. This speeds up rectification, especially for buyers coordinating fixes before moving day.
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Yes. Older Cremorne homes are often updated in stages, and smoke alarms can be installed inconsistently as rooms are added or layouts change. Our assessment visually checks where detectors are present and how they appear positioned around bedrooms and hallways. It’s a practical way to identify obvious gaps before settlement or before you move furniture in and stop noticing what’s missing.
This service is a visual assessment focused on presence and placement, not functional testing or maintenance. We don’t press test buttons, measure sound output, or replace batteries as part of this inspection. If we see a detector that appears damaged, poorly located, or unusually old, we note it in the report and recommend the next step, such as engaging a qualified electrician.
We document what we can see at the property and comment on obvious placement concerns based on common installation expectations and practical fire-safety principles (sleeping areas, hallways, stairs and levels). Because each home layout differs, the report is designed to be actionable: it highlights likely gaps and constraints so you can discuss compliant placement with an electrician or relevant professional.
In Cremorne apartments and units, responsibility can be split between the lot owner and the owners corporation, depending on what’s inside the apartment versus shared areas. Our assessment focuses on what’s visible within the inspected dwelling. If access to common hallways, foyers or plant rooms is restricted, we note limitations. For clarity, we recommend confirming responsibilities through strata documents and building management.
Yes. Many buyers include a smoke detector check alongside a broader property inspection because it’s quick to overlook during open homes. We can visually assess detector presence and placement during the inspection appointment and include findings in the reporting. It helps you understand what immediate safety items may need attention after settlement, especially if you’re moving in with children.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections provides a focused visual check with clear reporting so you can address missing or poorly placed smoke alarms quickly. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.