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Croydon Hills homes often sit on sloping blocks with steps, retaining walls and elevated decks—common places for trip hazards, unstable handrails and drainage-related safety issues to hide.
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We assess internal and external stairs for uneven risers, loose or missing handrails, unstable balustrades, worn treads and trip edges. In split-level Croydon Hills homes, stair defects are one of the most common injury risks and can require urgent rectification.
We check accessible decks and balconies for springy boards, degraded timber, loose fixings and inadequate edge protection. Elevated outdoor areas are common in hilly streets, so we focus on fall risks and signs that structural elements may be weakening.
We inspect paths, steps and driveway edges for lifting pavers, cracked concrete, slippery surfaces and poor transitions. We also note surface drainage that can create algae growth and slick patches in shaded parts of Croydon Hills gardens.
We look at bathrooms, laundries and balconies for leaking showers, failed seals, damaged flooring and soft/skidding surfaces. Moisture problems can turn into slip hazards and also create concealed deterioration around door thresholds and adjacent rooms.
We identify visual warning signs such as damaged power points, exposed wiring, unsafe outdoor electricals and heat-related risks near heaters. While this isn’t a full electrical compliance test, it highlights red flags that warrant a licensed electrician’s follow-up.
We assess obvious hazards around retaining walls, steep garden edges, fences and gates, and note movement, leaning or drainage issues that can affect stability. In sloped Croydon Hills blocks, these hazards can impact both safety and future maintenance costs.
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In Croydon Hills, sloping sites often mean more stairs, split-level landings, retaining walls and elevated decks. The most common hazards we see are loose or inadequate handrails, uneven steps, slippery outdoor surfaces in shaded areas, and deck balustrades that feel unstable. We also look for drainage issues that funnel water onto paths and create slick patches, especially after rainfall.
A Safety Hazards inspection targets injury and immediate risk items—falls, trips, electrical warning signs, unsafe barriers and similar hazards. A full building inspection is broader and considers overall building condition and defects. Many buyers in Croydon Hills choose safety hazard checks to prioritise urgent issues, particularly when the home has multiple levels, decks, older renovations or complex outdoor areas.
We can identify obvious issues such as missing smoke alarms, unsafe or damaged barriers, and gates that don’t latch properly, and we’ll note concerns in the report. However, formal compliance assessments (such as mandatory pool barrier certification) have specific legal requirements and must be completed by appropriately registered practitioners. If we flag concerns, we’ll recommend the right type of follow-up inspection.
Yes—where accessible, we visually assess decks, stairs, balustrades and obvious retaining wall hazards. We look for movement, deterioration, loose fixings, and signs that drainage is affecting stability. Because many Croydon Hills homes rely on terracing and elevated outdoor living, these areas are a priority for identifying fall risks and maintenance items that can become expensive if left unattended.
Clear access helps us assess hazards properly. Ask for keys to side gates, garages and any external doors, and make sure stairs, decks and pathways aren’t blocked by stored items. If there are pets, arrange for them to be secured. If the home has an outdoor entertaining area, ensure furniture isn’t covering deck edges or loose boards so we can check surfaces and balustrades accurately.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the real hazards that matter on Croydon Hills’ sloping blocks—stairs, decks, paths and drainage—so you can act on issues before they become accidents. Call 0413 163 187.