Essendon North has a mix of older brick homes and renovated dwellings where switchboards and added circuits don’t always match the home’s current loads—our visual inspection flags visible safety and compliance red flags before they become faults.
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We visually assess the switchboard for age-related wear, heat damage, corrosion, missing blanks, unsafe openings, poor labelling, and signs of non-professional modifications. Switchboards are a common point where older components and newer circuits meet, and visible defects here can indicate elevated risk and the need for electrician review.
We check whether safety switches are visibly present and identify, where possible from labelling and layout, which circuits appear to be RCD-protected. In many older or partially upgraded homes, only some circuits may have protection, which is important to know before relying on the system for modern appliance loads.
We look for visible signs of overheating, cracking, loose or damaged plates, discolouration, buzzing indicators reported on-site, and inconsistent or non-matching fittings that can suggest piecemeal electrical work. These are common ‘tell-tales’ that something behind the plate may need further investigation by an electrician.
Where wiring is accessible (garage, underfloor access, roof space entry points), we look for unsupported runs, mechanical damage, makeshift joins, exposure to moisture, and other visible red flags. While we don’t test circuits or pull cables, visible cable condition can help highlight areas needing urgent attention.
We confirm visible smoke alarms, note their apparent type and location, and flag missing alarms, poor placement, damage, or age indicators where identifiable. Smoke alarms are a key safety item for families and tenants, and visual gaps are often easy to rectify once they’re clearly identified.
We note visible indicators of added circuits or recent works—such as new outdoor outlets, split system isolators, kitchen upgrades, or studio/garage additions—and highlight where the visible setup suggests the need for supporting documentation or electrician verification. This helps you avoid inheriting non-compliant or unfinished electrical work.
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Many Essendon North properties include older electrical components alongside newer circuits added during renovations. During a visual inspection we look for signs such as dated hardware, poor labelling, heat damage, missing covers, or inconsistent protection that suggest the switchboard may not suit current household loads. We don’t upgrade anything on-site, but we clearly flag visible risks and recommend electrician assessment where needed.
No. An electrical visual inspection is an observational assessment of accessible components only. We do not dismantle fittings, test circuits, verify earthing, or issue an electrical compliance certificate. If we identify visible red flags—such as switchboard defects, damaged outlets, or questionable wiring in accessible areas—we recommend engaging a qualified electrician to perform the appropriate testing and provide certification where required.
We focus on accessible, visible electrical items: the switchboard, readily accessible power points and switches, visible cabling in areas like garages and accessible roof/underfloor entry points, and smoke alarms that can be visually confirmed. We also note visible indicators of recent additions such as outdoor outlets or split system isolators. Anything hidden behind walls, ceilings, or sealed covers is outside a visual-only scope.
Renovations and added cooling can increase electrical load, and visual clues often appear at the switchboard and at outlets near high-use areas. We look for crowded or poorly labelled switchboards, inconsistent safety switch coverage, discoloured or damaged outlets, and signs of non-professional changes. If the visible setup suggests the system may be under strain or altered without proper finishing, we recommend targeted electrician testing.
We can confirm the visible presence, apparent location, and observable condition of smoke alarms, and we’ll flag obvious gaps such as missing alarms in key areas or units that appear damaged or very old. However, we don’t test alarm operation or verify the full regulatory compliance for every scenario. If compliance is critical (for leasing or settlement), we recommend a qualified specialist or electrician verify and document compliance.
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Contact us for more informationACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the visible switchboard, wiring safety indicators, safety switches and smoke alarms that buyers in Essendon North need clear answers on—call 0413 163 187 to arrange your inspection.