Hawthorn East homes often mix older brick and weatherboard builds with renovated townhouses and apartments—exactly the kind of blend that can hide outdated electrics, trip hazards and unsafe balcony or stair details.
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We inspect stair geometry, handrail security, balustrade stability and edge protection where falls commonly occur. This matters in Hawthorn East renovations where stairs are reworked to add floor space, and small measurement or fixing issues can create serious fall risk.
We identify uneven paving, lifting concrete, cracked steps, slippery surfaces and sudden level transitions at doorways. These hazards often show up on older blocks with mature landscaping and patched paths, especially around front entries and side access.
We check accessible switchboards, exposed wiring, unsafe fittings, heat damage indicators, and DIY alterations that suggest a licensed electrician should review. Many older homes in the area have had incremental updates, and unsafe joins or ageing components can be missed without a targeted look.
We assess bathrooms, laundries and kitchens for slip risks, water-related deterioration, and signs of poor ventilation that can lead to mould and degraded surfaces. We also note unsafe thresholds and shower screen or tile issues that can cause cuts, falls or ongoing moisture damage.
We look for movement, loose fixings, deteriorated timbers, unstable posts and edge protection issues on decks and balconies. For properties with raised outdoor areas or courtyard level changes, we focus on fall exposure points and deterioration that can quickly become hazardous.
We inspect common injury zones such as low head clearance points, poor lighting, sharp edges, unstable shelving, and unsafe access to roof spaces or subfloors. These areas are often overlooked during inspections but are frequent locations for accidents and DIY electrical or structural shortcuts.
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In Hawthorn East, older houses often present trip hazards from uneven front paths and repaired steps, plus fall risks on stairs where handrails or balustrades are loose or poorly positioned. We also regularly see ageing electrical components and DIY alterations in service areas. Our inspection focuses on accessible, practical hazard points and flags where a licensed trade should investigate further.
Yes. Balconies and decks are priority areas because small faults can create high-consequence falls. We assess stability, visible deterioration, edge protection, and obvious fixing or movement issues. For apartments and newer townhouses in Hawthorn East, we also note where balcony safety may intersect with strata responsibilities, so you can raise the right questions with the owners corporation or property manager.
A Safety Hazards inspection concentrates on injury and immediate risk items—falls, trips, electrical red flags, unsafe access and external structures—rather than a broad condition assessment alone. While there is overlap, the reporting is geared toward what could hurt someone or create an urgent liability. It’s especially useful if you’re moving in quickly, renting the property out, or planning renovations straight after purchase.
Renovations can hide hazards behind new finishes. In Hawthorn East, we often see level changes at extensions, stairs with inconsistent riser heights, wet areas with slippery surfaces, and balconies or decks where edge protection or fixings haven’t been executed well. We inspect the transition points where old meets new, because that’s where shortcuts are most likely to create safety and durability problems.
The report highlights hazards with photos and plain-language explanations, then prioritises items by risk so you can act sensibly. We separate urgent safety concerns (for example, fall exposure points or electrical red flags) from lower-risk improvements. You’ll also get guidance on which issues typically require licensed trades and which can be addressed through straightforward maintenance, helping you plan costs and timing.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a practical, risk-focused assessment that suits Hawthorn East’s mix of older homes and modern renovations. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.