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Templestowe homes often mix older wiring with modern renovations, plus outdoor power for gardens and pools—our visual inspection checks the visible safety risks that can hide behind “looks fine” electrics.
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We visually check the switchboard for signs of age, overheating, corrosion, missing blanks, unsafe openings, and labelling that doesn’t match the installed protection. This matters because a tired or modified board is a common starting point for costly upgrades, and visible defects can indicate higher risk of faults.
We identify whether safety switches appear to be installed and whether they seem to cover key circuits based on visible configuration and labelling. RCD coverage is critical for shock protection, especially in wet areas, outdoor circuits, and older homes where original protections may be limited.
We assess accessible cabling for deterioration, exposed conductors, unsupported runs, and penetrations that lack proper protection. In garages, under-house areas, and roof spaces (where accessible), poor mechanical protection is a common issue that can lead to damage from storage, pests, or maintenance activity.
We visually check a selection of outlets and switches for cracking, scorching, loose faceplates, and other signs of stress or overheating. These indicators can point to loose connections, overloaded circuits, or worn accessories—issues that often escalate if ignored.
We review visible electrical items in bathrooms, laundries, patios, and garden areas for weather exposure, unsuitable fittings, and installation concerns that increase shock risk. Templestowe homes with outdoor entertaining zones often have multiple external points, so clear visibility checks are valuable.
We confirm whether smoke alarms are visibly installed and note placement where accessible. While a visual inspection can’t verify operation or interconnection, identifying missing or poorly located alarms helps buyers plan immediate safety improvements and follow-up checks.
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An Electrical Visual Inspection in Templestowe focuses on what can be safely seen without dismantling fixed equipment. We look at the switchboard condition, visible safety switches (RCDs), accessible wiring in areas like garages, undercroft spaces or roof voids (where accessible), and a selection of outlets and fittings for damage or heat signs. We also note visible smoke alarms and highlight any concerns needing an electrician.
No. A visual inspection is not a substitute for a licensed electrician’s testing or certification. We don’t perform invasive disassembly, circuit testing, or issue electrical compliance certificates. Instead, we identify visible indicators of risk—like ageing switchboards, missing RCDs, damaged fittings, or questionable cabling—and recommend when an electrician should carry out detailed testing and rectification.
We primarily provide a visual-only assessment, so we focus on whether safety switches and smoke alarms appear present and appropriately located based on what’s accessible. Functional testing can be limited by access, occupant considerations, and the scope agreed at booking. If we see anything suggesting missing protection or poor placement, we’ll clearly flag it and recommend follow-up testing and verification by a licensed electrician.
Yes—Templestowe has many homes with undercroft storage, split levels, and attached garages. These areas often contain visible cabling runs, older accessories, or later additions for lighting and power. If access is available and safe, we’ll visually check for exposed wiring, unsupported cables, and signs of moisture or corrosion around fittings. Where access is restricted, we document limitations and suggest next steps.
Outdoor and pool-related electrical setups can include weather-exposed power points, lighting circuits, and equipment connections. We visually check for suitability of fittings, obvious exposure to rain or garden watering, damaged covers, and signs of unsafe installation. We also note whether RCD protection appears to be present at the switchboard. Because pool environments increase shock risk, we’ll recommend an electrician’s closer assessment if anything looks questionable.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the visible electrical risks that matter in established Templestowe homes—switchboards, RCDs, wiring safety, outdoor fittings and smoke alarms. Call 0413 163 187 to arrange an inspection.