Park Orchards homes often combine older wiring with newer renovations, sheds and garden lighting—making polarity and switchboard safety checks critical before you move in or upgrade.
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We test polarity to confirm active, neutral and earth are correctly connected. Reversed polarity can leave appliance casings or light fittings energised even when switched off, increasing shock risk in high-use areas like kitchens, laundries and outdoor entertaining zones.
We visually assess the switchboard for circuit labelling, condition, signs of heat stress, and the type of protective devices fitted. This helps identify outdated fuses, mismatched breakers or deterioration that can compromise fault protection and safe isolation.
We identify whether safety switches are present and which circuits they protect. In homes with added circuits for sheds, pumps or outdoor power, it’s common to find partial protection that leaves key areas without RCD coverage.
We check accessible cabling and connections for visible damage, exposure, or DIY-style joins in areas such as garages, under-house spaces and roof void access points. These indicators can point to higher-risk circuits that warrant electrician attention.
We check for smoke alarms and whether placement appears suitable for the dwelling layout. Where alarms are missing, outdated or poorly located, we note it so you can bring the home closer to current expectations for occupant safety.
We flag clear safety risks and common non-compliance indicators, such as inadequate protection for wet areas or external outlets. You receive prioritised recommendations so urgent electrical hazards can be addressed quickly by a qualified electrician.
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Many Park Orchards homes have been updated in stages, so you can end up with a mix of old and new wiring, added circuits to garages or sheds, and different types of protection at the switchboard. That’s where polarity faults, missing RCD coverage or unsafe joins can slip through. An Electrical Safety Assessment helps identify these safety risks early so you know what needs urgent electrician attention.
Polarity testing confirms the active and neutral are correctly connected at accessible outlets and points. If polarity is reversed, a fitting or appliance may still be live even when the switch is off, which increases shock risk during everyday use and maintenance. We use polarity testing to identify hazards that aren’t obvious from a visual check alone, then recommend the next steps.
Yes. We visually review the switchboard condition and identify the type of protective devices fitted, including whether safety switches (RCDs) are present and which circuits they cover. Partial RCD coverage is common in properties that have had circuits added over time. If we see red flags such as heat damage, poor labelling or outdated protection, we document it clearly for follow-up.
Where accessible, we include polarity testing and observations for relevant external outlets and power points in areas like garages, sheds and outdoor entertaining spaces. Park Orchards properties often rely on outdoor circuits for gardens, gates, pumps or tools, and those circuits can be more exposed to wear and moisture. We note safety switch coverage and visible condition concerns to help you prioritise repairs.
No. This is a safety assessment designed to identify hazards, red flags and areas that should be checked or rectified by a qualified electrician. Electrical compliance certification requires electrical testing and certification by an appropriately licensed electrician. Our report helps you understand what’s likely needed, what’s urgent, and what questions to ask before you commit to purchase or start work.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on polarity hazards, switchboard risks and safety switch gaps often found in Park Orchards homes with layered renovations. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an assessment.