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Maribyrnong has a mix of older brick homes, renovated weatherboards and newer townhouses—often with upgraded kitchens and added circuits. A visual electrical check helps spot warning signs around switchboards, DIY alterations and moisture-prone areas near the river.
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We visually assess the switchboard for safe access, clear circuit labelling, signs of heat stress, aged components, improvised covers, and any obvious asbestos-containing switchboard backing concerns. This matters because poor switchboard condition can indicate elevated fire risk and costly upgrade requirements.
We check whether safety switches appear to be installed and whether they’re likely to protect power and lighting circuits based on visible layout and labelling. RCD gaps are common in older Maribyrnong homes and can be critical for wet areas and general socket safety.
We inspect accessible wiring, junction points and visible cabling for damage, unsupported runs, exposed conductors, non-glanded entries, and signs of unlicensed work such as mixed cable types or makeshift joins. These issues can point to hidden defects that warrant electrician testing.
We look for cracked plates, loose fittings, scorch marks, poor alignment, and inappropriate fixtures in bathrooms, laundries and exterior areas. Wet-area electrical defects matter because moisture and poor protection increase shock risk and can indicate broader compliance problems.
We visually confirm smoke alarms are present and note obvious placement concerns (for example, missing coverage in hallways leading to bedrooms or alarms removed during renovations). While we don’t certify performance, visible gaps are a strong prompt for compliance review before settlement.
For townhouses, units and subdivided properties, we visually review meter box arrangements, main isolation, and whether circuits appear clearly attributable to the dwelling. Mislabelled or unclear isolation can complicate safety, maintenance and future upgrade work.
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Many older homes in Maribyrnong have had partial renovations over the years, which can increase demand on older switchboards. In a visual inspection, we look for ageing components, poor labelling, signs of overheating, and whether safety switches appear to cover key circuits. If the board looks dated or modified, we’ll recommend a licensed electrician assess it for a compliant upgrade and capacity.
No. This is a visual-only assessment based on what can be safely seen and accessed at the time of inspection. We do not open sealed components, test circuit loads, or perform electrician-only testing. Where we see risk indicators—such as heat damage, missing RCD coverage, or questionable modifications—we document them and recommend targeted testing or repairs by a licensed electrician.
We visually review the switchboard, visible wiring where accessible, power points and switches, wet-area and outdoor fittings, and the presence and apparent placement of smoke alarms. We also note obvious issues around meter boxes and isolation, especially where multiple dwellings share infrastructure. Any restricted areas (locked rooms, full roof spaces, fixed panels) are listed as limitations.
In Maribyrnong, many townhouses and units have shared meter banks or grouped switchboards, which can lead to unclear labelling and confusing isolation points. During our visual inspection, we pay close attention to whether circuits appear correctly identified and whether access looks safe for occupants. If isolation or attribution is unclear, we’ll recommend follow-up with a licensed electrician or the owners corporation before settlement.
We can’t confirm concealed wiring condition without invasive access, but we can often identify warning signs from what is visible: older cable types where exposed, brittle insulation, non-compliant joins, or inconsistent workmanship around additions. We also use the switchboard setup and visible modifications as clues. If indicators suggest older wiring, we’ll recommend electrician testing and, where relevant, targeted access to high-risk areas.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the visible electrical risks buyers miss—switchboard condition, safety switches, wet-area fittings and smoke alarm gaps. Call 0413 163 187 to organise an inspection in Maribyrnong (3032).