Hawthorn East homes often mix older wiring with newer renovations and extensions—our visual inspection helps spot risks like outdated switchboards, missing safety switches, and DIY-looking alterations before they become a safety or compliance problem.
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We visually assess the switchboard for age, labelling, signs of overheating, poor enclosure condition, and the visible presence of safety switches (RCDs). This matters because older boards and heat-affected components can indicate increased risk and likely upgrade costs.
We check whether safety switches appear to protect key circuits such as power points and wet areas, and note any obvious gaps. In Hawthorn East homes with partial renovations, it’s common to see some circuits updated and others left unprotected.
We look for visible wiring concerns including deteriorated insulation, unsecured cabling, exposed conductors, and improvised joins. Visual indicators can suggest older wiring types or DIY modifications that should be assessed further by an electrician.
We review accessible outlets, switches, and light fittings for cracking, scorching, looseness, or mismatch that can indicate overheating or poor installation. These are simple visual clues that can signal a bigger issue behind the wall.
We check for the presence of smoke alarms and note obvious placement concerns where visible. Smoke alarm expectations can change with renovations and leasing, so identifying gaps early helps you plan compliance actions promptly.
We visually review outdoor points, external cabling, and wet-area fittings for weather exposure, damaged covers, and water-entry risks. Hawthorn East properties with courtyards, balconies, or older outdoor wiring can show deterioration that affects safety and reliability.
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Yes. In Hawthorn East it’s common to see renovated kitchens, bathrooms, or extensions while parts of the original electrical system remain. A visual inspection helps identify mismatched upgrades, older-style switchboards, signs of overheating, and visible wiring issues that can be missed during a quick walkthrough. It won’t replace electrical testing, but it’s a useful way to prioritise what needs an electrician’s assessment.
A visual inspection can comment on visible indicators related to compliance—such as the apparent presence of safety switches and smoke alarms—but it cannot confirm full compliance because it doesn’t involve invasive checks or electrical testing. If we identify concerns, we’ll recommend follow-up by a licensed electrician for testing, verification, and any required rectification or certification.
We focus on what can be safely seen and accessed: switchboard condition, visible cabling, outlets and switches, light fittings, obvious damage or heat marks, external electrical exposure, and the visible presence of safety devices like RCDs. We document issues and explain why they matter, then provide practical next steps. We don’t remove fixed covers, dismantle fittings, or perform instrument testing.
They can. Apartments and townhouses in Hawthorn East may have updated internal fit-outs while relying on older shared infrastructure or earlier switchboard arrangements. Access can also be limited, which makes it important to review what is visible inside the unit—switchboard labelling, safety switch presence, and signs of poor alterations. We’ll note any limitations and advise what to ask the owners corporation or an electrician to confirm.
We can visually check for the presence of smoke alarms and note obvious placement or coverage concerns where accessible. However, we don’t carry out specialised compliance testing or certify smoke alarm systems. If alarms are missing, appear outdated, or placement looks questionable, we’ll recommend suitable follow-up so you can align with current safety expectations for your intended use of the property.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a clear, visual-first assessment of switchboards, safety switches, wiring condition, and smoke alarm presence—call 0413 163 187 to organise an inspection in Hawthorn East.