Fishermans Bend homes range from brand-new high-rise apartments to older light‑industrial conversions, where upgrades, fit-outs and harsh bay air can expose wiring and switchboard issues. A polarity-focused safety assessment helps confirm your power points, lighting circuits and safety devices are wired correctly before small faults become real shock or fire risks.
Answer a few quick questions to receive your personalised quote for Fishermans Bend
Complete this step to continue
Our comprehensive service includes everything you need to make an informed decision about your property.
We test accessible outlets to confirm active/neutral/earth are correctly connected. Reversed polarity can leave appliances energised when switched “off” and increases shock risk, especially in kitchens, laundries and balcony areas where moisture is more common.
We visually assess the switchboard for clear circuit identification, signs of overheating, damaged covers, inappropriate openings, and older-style components that may not provide modern protection. In apartments, we also note if there are separate tenant and common-area boards that can affect responsibility for repairs.
We check whether safety switches are installed and perform operational testing where accessible. RCDs are a key control for electric shock, and missing or non-functioning devices are a practical safety concern for families, renters and buyers moving into a Fishermans Bend apartment or conversion.
We look for visible warning signs such as brittle insulation, improvised connections, damaged flexes, loose or scorched outlets, and unsuitable fittings in wet areas. These indicators help prioritise what an electrician should investigate further behind walls and ceilings.
We confirm smoke alarms are present where accessible and note obvious issues such as missing alarms, poor placement, or ageing units. In multi-residential buildings, we also flag where building-wide systems may apply so you can confirm responsibilities with the owners corporation.
Fishermans Bend properties often undergo rapid renovations and appliance upgrades. We record signs of recent electrical work (new outlets, downlights, induction cooktops, EV charger provisions) and highlight where documentation or electrician verification should be requested, particularly if circuits appear added without clear labelling.
Discover why thousands of property buyers trust us with their most important investment.
Professional inspections with attention to every detail. Here's a glimpse of our work.
Inspection photo 1
Inspection photo 2
Inspection photo 3
Get Electrical Safety Assessment as part of a comprehensive inspection package
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our inspection service.
Yes, we test polarity and safety basics at accessible outlets within your lot. In some Fishermans Bend buildings, parts of the electrical setup (meters, risers, common switchboards or embedded network equipment) are restricted to building management. We document what we could access and what needs confirmation by the building manager or a qualified electrician so nothing is missed.
No. Our assessment is a safety-focused inspection and testing service designed to identify polarity faults and visible electrical safety risks. We don’t alter wiring or issue electrical compliance certificates. If we find concerns such as missing RCD protection, overheating signs, or questionable wiring, we’ll recommend follow-up by a licensed electrician who can test circuits in detail and complete any required rectification work.
We check accessible switchboards for safety switch presence, basic condition, circuit identification, and warning signs such as heat discolouration, damaged enclosures, or unsafe openings. We also note older components that may not meet modern expectations for protection. If the switchboard is inside a locked cupboard or a common area, we’ll record access limits and advise what to request from the building manager.
They can be. Conversions often involve mixing older cable routes and original services with newer residential circuits, lighting and appliance loads. That can lead to unclear circuit labelling, legacy fittings left in place, or outlets added during renovations where polarity or earthing needs confirmation. Our assessment targets these practical risks by testing accessible outlets and checking visible safety indicators around the switchboard and fittings.
Coastal exposure can contribute to corrosion on metal components and can worsen issues where moisture enters balcony outlets, external lights, or poorly sealed penetrations. While we can’t test inside walls, we look for visible deterioration, staining, damaged covers and other red flags, then recommend electrician follow-up where corrosion or moisture exposure could compromise safe operation.
Still have questions?
Get in TouchCall ACE Building and Pest Inspections on 0413 163 187 for polarity testing and practical safety checks tailored to Fishermans Bend apartments, conversions and newer builds.