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Croydon homes often mix older brick veneer and weatherboard builds with renovated extensions—exactly where hidden trip, electrical and balustrade risks can be missed during a quick walkthrough.
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We assess internal and external stairs for loose treads, inconsistent risers, inadequate landings, missing or unstable handrails, and slippery surfaces. These are high-frequency injury points, particularly in homes with split-level layouts or rear deck access common around Croydon.
We check balustrade stability, height adequacy, gaps that present child fall risk, and attachment points to posts and framing. Decks and balconies are also inspected for loose boards, decayed timbers and trip edges—issues that can worsen quickly with weather exposure.
We look for obvious hazards such as damaged power points, exposed wiring, unsafe DIY connections, missing covers, and heat-affected fittings where visible. While not a substitute for an electrician’s test, these checks help flag urgent risks and where further electrical assessment is warranted.
Bathrooms, laundries and kitchens are reviewed for slippery surfaces, inadequate drainage, and signs of moisture affecting floors or adjacent structures. We also note hazards such as loose tiles, lifted vinyl edges, and gaps that can contribute to mould and deterioration.
We assess paths, thresholds and external access for uneven pavers, lifted slabs, abrupt level changes, poor lighting points, and handhold availability. This is especially relevant on Croydon’s varied block grades where side paths and stepped entries are common.
We inspect accessible garage and storage zones for unstable shelving, poorly secured overhead elements, sharp edges at low head heights, and hazards around steps and transition strips. These spaces often contain overlooked risks because they’re not ‘living areas’ but are used daily.
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In Croydon we often see fall risks around decks, steps and older concrete paths, plus issues where renovations meet older structures. Common findings include loose or undersized handrails, unstable balustrades, uneven paving, slippery wet area surfaces, and visible electrical concerns like damaged outlets or DIY wiring. The inspection documents each hazard, explains the risk, and recommends practical next steps.
It’s related but not identical. A building inspection focuses broadly on the condition of the structure and major defects. A Safety Hazards inspection concentrates on hazards that could injure occupants or create immediate risk—stairs, balconies, access paths, wet area slips and obvious electrical dangers. Many buyers in Croydon choose this to complement a standard inspection, especially for homes with decks or recent alterations.
We assess safety-related elements against common compliance expectations and recognised good practice, and we call out conditions that appear unsafe or likely non-compliant. Because compliance can depend on approvals, dates of construction and site specifics, we may recommend follow-up with a qualified electrician, builder or the relevant authority where formal certification is required. Our report helps you target exactly what needs verifying.
Sloping sites can create steep driveways, stepped entries and narrow side access, which increases trip and fall risk—especially where surfaces have settled over time. In Croydon we also see older concrete and paving that can lift or crack, plus retaining edges without clear barriers. The inspection looks closely at these access points, noting unevenness, handhold needs, lighting opportunities and any edges that pose a hazard.
Yes, where they’re accessible at the time of inspection. These areas often contain overlooked hazards such as unstable steps, poor lighting, exposed wiring, and loose sheeting or storage fixtures. If a structure is locked, unsafe to enter, or has restricted access, we’ll note the limitation in the report and advise what should be checked once access is available so you can follow up before settlement.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the real-world risks Croydon buyers face—decks, stairs, access paths and renovation junctions. Call 0413 163 187 to book.