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Harkaway’s acreage homes, older extensions and wet-weather driveways can hide fall hazards, unsafe wiring and fire risks—especially around decks, sheds and bush-edge gardens.
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We inspect steps, thresholds, walkways, paving, driveway gradients and drainage flow points for uneven surfaces, loose pavers, algae-prone shaded areas and poor water shedding. In Harkaway’s wetter months, these issues can turn routine access into a serious fall risk.
We check accessible decks and verandahs for loose or damaged boards, unstable handrails, inadequate balustrade height or spacing, and unprotected edges. This matters on sloping Harkaway blocks where fall heights can be significant and older timber structures may have degraded fixings.
We assess internal and external stairs for consistent riser/tread patterns, secure handrails and obvious defects that can cause missteps. We also flag temporary or makeshift repairs that can fail under load, particularly on frequently used entry stairs.
We look for visible signs of unsafe electrical work such as damaged outlets, exposed wiring, non-weatherproof fittings in outdoor areas, and questionable cabling in garages or sheds. Where required, we recommend a licensed electrician for further testing, especially for older switchboards or mixed-era additions.
We identify conditions that can increase fire risk, including debris in gutters, leaf build-up near eaves, combustible storage under decks, and vents or gaps that may allow ember entry. This is particularly relevant for Harkaway homes with heavy vegetation and bush-edge landscaping.
We inspect accessible sheds, carports, retaining walls and yard structures for instability, rusted fixings, unsecured roofing sheets, and deteriorated supports. On larger Harkaway blocks, these areas are often used daily and can pose hidden hazards to families and visitors.
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They can be, simply because there are more structures and surfaces to maintain. In Harkaway, hazards often show up around long driveways, uneven paths, older sheds, ramps, tank stands and retaining walls. Our inspection looks across both the home and accessible external areas to identify fall risks, unstable elements and obvious electrical safety concerns so you can prioritise repairs.
Yes. We assess accessible decks and verandahs for defects that increase fall risk, including loose boards, deteriorated timber, unstable handrails and balustrade safety concerns. Harkaway properties on sloping blocks can have higher drop-offs, so we pay close attention to edges, stairs and transition points where people are most likely to trip or slip.
We identify visible electrical safety red flags and conditions that warrant further investigation, but we don’t perform invasive electrical testing. If we see damaged fittings, exposed wiring, non-weatherproof outdoor fixtures or switchboard concerns, we’ll document them and recommend a licensed electrician for formal testing and certification. This approach keeps the inspection practical and focused on real-world risk.
After wet weather, we commonly see slippery shaded paths, ponding near entries, soft ground around steps, and runoff affecting retaining walls or driveways. Properties with leaf litter can also develop slick surfaces on timber steps and decks. During the inspection, we look for drainage-related conditions that create slip hazards and for any visible movement or deterioration in external structures.
Yes. Before you renovate, it’s useful to understand what safety issues must be addressed first—such as unstable stairs, unsafe balustrades, deteriorated decks, or electrical concerns in existing areas you’ll connect into. We provide a prioritised list so you can brief your builder and relevant trades properly, reduce rework, and avoid leaving known hazards in place during construction.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the real safety risks seen in Harkaway homes—decks, stairs, sheds, driveways and bush-edge fire exposures. Call 0485 857 077 to arrange your inspection.