Maidstone’s mix of older homes, townhouse rebuilds and renovated units often means upgraded appliances on legacy wiring. A polarity and switchboard safety check helps spot reversed polarity, missing RCD protection and smoke alarm issues before they become a shock or fire risk.
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We test outlet polarity to identify active/neutral reversal and related wiring faults, focusing on areas with high appliance use such as kitchens, laundries, living areas and home office points. Correct polarity reduces shock risk and helps appliances operate as intended.
We confirm whether RCDs are fitted and test their operation using appropriate test methods where accessible. Working RCDs are critical for personal protection, particularly in wet areas and for portable appliances used around the home.
We inspect the switchboard for visible hazards such as ageing components, heat damage signs, poor labelling, exposed openings, and mixed device types. This helps identify where protection may be outdated or where a switchboard upgrade should be discussed with an electrician.
We pay close attention to outlets, switches and visible connections in wet areas, where moisture increases risk. We note practical concerns like outlet proximity, signs of deterioration and whether additional RCD coverage appears necessary.
Where visible and accessible, we check for deteriorated insulation, unsecured cabling, amateur junctions, and damage around light fittings, switches and accessible roof/underfloor areas. These issues can lead to arcing, overheating and intermittent faults.
We confirm the presence of smoke alarms and note obvious issues with location, accessibility and condition. While this is not a full fire services certification, it highlights gaps that can affect safety and compliance expectations for occupancy.
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Yes. Many Maidstone homes have had piecemeal updates over the years, which can leave a mix of old cabling, newer power points and altered circuits. That’s when polarity mistakes, missing RCD coverage and switchboard issues are more likely to slip through. The assessment targets these high-risk items and gives you a clear list of what needs an electrician’s attention before you move in.
A polarity test checks that active and neutral are correctly wired at outlets and relevant points, which is crucial for shock protection. Our Electrical Safety Assessment combines polarity checks with practical safety items like RCD operation, switchboard observations, visible wiring issues and smoke alarm presence. It is not a complete certification of every circuit or an electrician’s compliance sign-off for new electrical work.
Where the switchboard and devices are accessible within the lot, yes. In Maidstone townhouses and units, the main board is often in a garage, entry cupboard or external meter enclosure. We inspect what we can access safely, note the type of protection present, and record any visible concerns. If parts are locked or controlled by owners corporation, we’ll advise what to request access to.
They can. Newer builds usually have modern protection, but problems can still occur after handover: added downlights, extra power points, EV charger preparation, or kitchen upgrades can introduce wiring errors if work is rushed or poorly coordinated. A targeted polarity and RCD check can confirm key safety protections are working as expected, particularly in high-use areas like kitchens and laundries.
In most cases, power stays on because testing relies on live conditions to confirm polarity and RCD operation. We’ll let you know if any brief interruptions are needed for specific checks. Timing depends on property size and access, but the on-site component is generally straightforward. If access is limited (locked switchboards, tenanted properties), we’ll outline what couldn’t be checked and why.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a focused polarity, switchboard and safety switch assessment that targets the real hazards seen in Maidstone homes and renovations. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange a time.