Richmond homes often mix older terrace layouts with modern rear extensions and warehouse-style apartments—our assessment checks smoke detector presence and placement across these split and open-plan spaces where smoke can travel fast.
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We visually confirm where smoke detectors are installed throughout accessible internal areas and note any areas where a detector is not observed. This matters because renovated layouts in Richmond can add bedrooms or living zones that weren’t part of the original plan.
We assess whether observed detectors appear positioned to provide coverage for key areas such as bedroom corridors, hallways, and upper-level landings. Good placement supports earlier warning, especially in homes with stairs connecting open-plan living to sleeping areas.
Where the property has two or more levels, we record detector presence on each level and comment on obvious gaps. This is particularly relevant for Richmond townhouses and split-level renovations where smoke can rise quickly via stairwells.
We note the apparent detector type (e.g., hardwired unit, unit with battery compartment) and mounting position where visible. These details help you plan updates or replacements with a qualified electrician without guessing what’s already installed.
We note if a detector is obstructed by bulkheads, high shelving, decorative ceiling features, or located in a spot that may reduce effectiveness. Richmond properties with pressed-metal ceilings or added joinery can unintentionally compromise detector positioning.
Your report records detector locations with clear descriptions and supporting photos where possible. This makes it easier to brief an electrician, property manager, or body corporate on exactly what needs to be addressed.
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Yes. Many Richmond terraces have been updated over time, and detector locations don’t always keep pace with new layouts—especially when bedrooms move or hallways are opened up. Our assessment visually confirms what’s installed and whether placement makes sense for the current floor plan. You’ll receive a report noting observed detector locations and any obvious coverage gaps to discuss with a licensed electrician.
This service is a visual assessment focused on confirming the presence and placement of smoke detectors. We don’t carry out electrical testing, certification, or compliance sign-off. If we identify placement concerns or missing coverage based on the layout, we document it clearly so you can engage a licensed electrician to test, repair, replace, or reconfigure the system as required.
Yes, we can assess the smoke detectors within the apartment or unit you’re buying or occupying, subject to access on the day. We visually document detector locations inside the dwelling and note any obvious placement limitations. Common property systems and shared corridors are typically managed by the owners corporation, so we’ll identify what we can see and suggest the right questions to raise with building management.
Open-plan living areas connected to stairwells can allow smoke to travel rapidly to upper levels, while long corridors can leave bedrooms poorly covered if detectors are only installed near the kitchen/living area. In Richmond, rear extensions and added second storeys are common, so our assessment maps detector locations to the actual circulation paths—hallways, landings, and bedroom zones—to highlight where coverage may be lacking.
You’ll receive a written report that lists each observed detector location, notes the accessible areas inspected, and flags any obvious gaps based on the property’s layout and levels. Where possible, we include photos to show positioning and any visible obstructions. The report is designed to be practical: it helps you brief a licensed electrician or building manager on what to review and update.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections provides a clear, room-by-room visual check with photo-backed reporting so you can act on detector placement issues before move-in. Call 0413 163 187.