Croydon South homes often have sloping blocks, older renovations, and outdoor steps and decks—conditions that can hide fall risks, unsafe balustrades, and electrical or moisture-related hazards.
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We assess internal and external stairs for consistent riser heights, secure treads, adequate landings, and sturdy handrails. In Croydon South, sloping blocks often mean multiple sets of steps—small defects here can become high-likelihood fall hazards, especially for kids and older occupants.
We check balustrade height, stability, spacing, and how it’s fixed to the structure. Deck extensions and pergola areas are common upgrades; loose posts, wobbly rails, or poorly fixed edges can fail under load and create serious injury risk.
We inspect uneven paving, lifted concrete, abrupt level changes, and doorway thresholds that can cause trips. We also note drainage issues that lead to algae growth and slippery surfaces, which is a common problem on shaded, tree-lined blocks.
We identify visible indicators of unsafe electrical conditions such as damaged outlets, exposed wiring, overloaded powerboards, non-compliant-looking light fittings, and evidence of unprofessional modifications. Where needed, we recommend a licensed electrician for targeted testing and rectification.
We look for moisture ingress, deteriorated waterproofing signs, and unsafe conditions like loose tiles, unstable shower screens, and poorly sealed wet-area penetrations. Water damage can also affect electrical safety and structural stability around floors and walls.
We assess retaining walls, boundary fencing, sheds, and carports for instability, corrosion, rotting timbers, and unsafe access points. On sloped sites, failing retaining walls or unstable steps can create sudden movement and high-risk fall zones.
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Yes. Sloping sites often mean more stairs, split levels, retaining walls, and multiple outdoor transitions between house, yard, and garage. Those changes increase the chance of trip hazards, missing or loose handrails, and uneven landings. Our Safety Hazards inspection focuses heavily on fall-risk areas and stability of external elements so you can address the highest-risk items first.
A common pattern is a mix of original construction and later upgrades, such as extended decks, updated bathrooms, or converted garages. We often see loose balustrades, inconsistent stair heights, poor drainage that creates slippery paths, and visible signs of DIY electrical changes. The inspection documents the exact locations and explains practical fixes or when to call specialist trades.
We check for the presence and visible condition of smoke alarms and note obvious issues with access and egress such as obstructed exits or unsafe windows and doors. We don’t certify compliance, but we do flag gaps and risks that should be addressed before occupancy. If compliance confirmation is needed, we’ll recommend the right next step with the appropriate specialist.
We can identify visible safety concerns around pools and spas, including access points, gate functionality, latching issues, climbable objects near barriers, and trip hazards around paving and drainage. Pool barrier compliance is a specialist area and may require a dedicated pool safety inspection or certification through the correct channels. Our report will clearly state what we observed and what follow-up is recommended.
Use it to prioritise immediate safety fixes and to understand what costs might land on you after settlement. For example, if the report flags unstable deck balustrades, unsafe steps, or electrical red flags, you can request repairs, negotiate the price, or plan works before moving in. We’ll explain the findings so you can make a clear decision quickly.
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