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Donvale homes often have split-level layouts, extensions and enclosed undercroft areas on sloping blocks—our visual check focuses on whether smoke alarms are present and positioned where people actually sleep and pass through.
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We visually confirm where smoke alarms are installed throughout accessible internal areas, including upper/lower levels where applicable, so you can see whether coverage matches the home’s actual layout.
We note whether alarms are located near sleeping areas and along the typical egress path, because early warning is most critical when occupants are asleep and doors are closed.
Donvale homes frequently use stairs and half-level landings; we check whether alarms appear positioned to serve these transition points rather than being isolated in a single living area.
Where visible alterations suggest added rooms or reconfigured hallways, we look for signs that smoke alarm placement hasn’t kept pace with the new floorplan and document areas that may need review.
Where the unit is visible, we record obvious details such as whether it appears hardwired or battery-only and any visible interconnection features, helping you plan upgrades with an electrician.
Your report lists observed alarm locations in plain language (for example, ‘hallway outside bedrooms’ or ‘ground-floor living area’) so you can brief an electrician accurately and prioritise improvements.
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Often, yes. Split-level layouts and half-stair landings can separate sleeping areas from living zones, so a single alarm in a central room may not provide early warning where it’s needed most. Our assessment visually checks whether alarms appear positioned to cover bedroom corridors and level changes. If gaps are identified, we document them so you can discuss suitable locations with a qualified electrician.
No. This service is a visual inspection to confirm the presence and placement of smoke alarms and record what’s observed in a detailed report. It doesn’t replace work that must be completed by a qualified electrician, and it’s not issued as a compliance certificate. If you need compliance or installation changes, we recommend using our report to guide the electrician’s scope and confirm requirements.
This assessment focuses on a visual check—confirming that alarms are present and located appropriately for the layout. Where safe and accessible, basic observations may be noted, but it’s not a functional test program or an electrical inspection. If you want alarms tested, replaced, or interconnected, the next step is engaging a qualified electrician, using our location notes to streamline the process.
A common problem is that the home’s layout changes, but the smoke alarms don’t move with it. Added bedrooms, converted garages, or extended rear living areas can leave hallways or sleeping zones with limited coverage, especially if the original alarm stayed near the old central corridor. During the assessment, we look for these layout-driven gaps and document where placement appears inconsistent with current use.
Timeframes vary with house size and levels, but it’s generally straightforward once access is available to all internal rooms and hallways. To help us complete the visual check efficiently, ensure we can access bedrooms, corridors, and any internal doors to under-house or garage-connected areas. If you have recent renovation details, point them out so we can consider how the layout affects alarm coverage.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a clear, room-by-room visual check and reporting that suits Donvale’s split-level homes and renovation-heavy floorplans. Call 0413 163 187.