Kilsyth South homes often sit on sloping blocks with decks, steps, retaining walls and big trees—features that can hide fall risks, drainage-related damage and electrical safety issues.
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We check internal and external stairs for uneven risers, loose treads, broken nosings and missing or unstable handrails. In Kilsyth South, split-level layouts and garden steps are common, so we focus on the areas most likely to cause falls, especially near entries and back doors.
We inspect accessible decks and balconies for movement, rot indicators, fixings that have pulled, and balustrades that feel loose or too low. Outdoor entertaining spaces are a frequent feature in this area, and a compromised balustrade or soft deck board is a high-consequence hazard.
We look for visible signs of electrical risk such as damaged switches, exposed cabling, unsafe DIY connections, weather-affected outdoor fittings and moisture risk around power points. We also note any older-style fittings that warrant an electrician’s advice before you move in or renovate.
We assess bathrooms, laundries and external taps for conditions linked to slips and burns, including water ingress that makes floors slippery, loose tiles, poor drainage and signs that tempering or hot water control may need review. These issues matter in family homes and rentals where usage is high.
We inspect accessible garages, carports and sheds for hazards such as unstable shelving, sharp or exposed materials, poor lighting, low clearance risks and deteriorated steps or ramps. These spaces are often used daily and can be overlooked during a typical walk-through.
We check paths, paving transitions, edging, drainage points and retaining wall areas for uneven surfaces, undermining, and slip hazards. With Kilsyth South’s sloping blocks, a small ground movement or blocked stormwater point can quickly create a dangerous change in level.
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In Kilsyth South we often see fall hazards from outdoor steps, timber decks and uneven paving on sloping blocks. Tree shade and wet weather can make paths slippery, while older extensions may have inconsistent step heights or loose handrails. We also regularly flag aging outdoor electrical fittings and moisture-prone areas around laundries and back entries.
It overlaps, but the focus is different. A Safety Hazards inspection concentrates on conditions that can cause injury or create immediate risk—like unstable stairs, loose balustrades, exposed wiring indicators, slippery surfaces and unsafe access. A general building inspection is broader and may prioritise structural condition. Many buyers choose both to cover safety and overall property health.
Yes. We inspect accessible decking for movement, soft spots, visible rot indicators and balustrade stability, and we assess retaining wall zones for signs that movement or drainage issues are creating unsafe level changes. If we see red flags—such as significant deflection, separation, or undermining—we’ll explain why it matters and what specialist follow-up is sensible.
We’ll assess trip points like uneven pavers, lifted edges from roots, loose edging, poor lighting and slippery surfaces that develop in shaded areas. We also check handrails where there are multiple steps, steep grades or narrow access. Where drainage contributes to algae or pooling, we’ll note the likely source and the practical safety fix options.
Yes. Your report will separate urgent hazards from lower-priority items and explain the consequence of leaving each issue unaddressed. For example, a loose balustrade, unstable stair tread or visible electrical risk will be treated as higher priority than cosmetic wear. We also include clear photos and notes you can share with trades for quoting.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the real, property-specific risks seen in Kilsyth South homes—stairs, decks, sloping sites and older upgrades—so you can act quickly. Call 0413 163 187.