Wantirna has plenty of mid-century brick homes and renovated family houses—often with older switchboards, DIY deck work and uneven paths that can create real safety risks if they haven’t been updated properly.
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We look for common hazards such as older style switchboards, missing or poorly labelled safety switches (RCDs), exposed wiring, damaged power points and risky outdoor connections. These issues can increase shock and fire risk, especially where renovations have added extra circuits without clear updates.
We assess accessible stairways, internal steps and changes in floor level for loose treads, uneven risers, inadequate handrails and unstable balustrades. Falls are a leading cause of injuries at home, and small defects can become serious when kids or older relatives use the area daily.
We check accessible decks and verandahs for movement, deteriorated boards, protruding nails/screws, soft spots and inadequate edge protection. In Wantirna, backyard entertaining areas are common, and DIY repairs can leave structural and fall risks that aren’t obvious until someone steps on a weak section.
We identify uneven paving, lifted concrete edges, slippery surfaces, abrupt level changes and poor lighting at entries. Sloping blocks and patchwork repairs can create hazards that buyers overlook during daytime inspections but become risky at night or in wet weather.
We assess bathrooms, laundries and kitchens for slip risks, water damage, swelling timbers and signs of poor ventilation that can lead to mould and material breakdown. Safety hazards often develop where moisture persists—particularly around showers, bath hobs and laundry connections.
We check accessible garage/carport areas for unstable shelving, hazardous door operation, poor clearances, and trip risks from thresholds and clutter-prone layouts. These areas are often used daily and can hide hazards like damaged concrete, low head clearance points or unsafe electrical fittings.
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In Wantirna, we often see safety issues linked to older builds and later renovations. Common findings include outdated electrical components in accessible areas, loose or uneven external steps, inadequate handrails on split-level layouts, and deteriorated decks or pergolas. Uneven paving and driveway edges can also be a problem on sloping blocks. A safety hazards inspection helps prioritise what needs urgent attention.
A Safety Hazards inspection is a visual and practical assessment of accessible areas rather than a full electrical compliance test. We identify red flags such as damaged outlets, unsafe wiring conditions, or switchboard concerns that warrant a licensed electrician’s follow-up. If we find indicators of higher risk, we’ll note it clearly in the report so you can organise the right specialist checks before you commit.
Yes. We assess accessible decks, stairs, handrails and balustrades for movement, deterioration and obvious fall hazards. We look for loose sections, uneven step geometry, insufficient edge protection and unstable railings. Because entertaining areas are common in Wantirna family homes, these checks are particularly important—issues can be missed during a quick open inspection but become a real risk once the property is occupied.
They can be. Wantirna has many homes on blocks with natural slope, and over time you can get movement, patch repairs and uneven transitions between old and new concrete or paving. We look for lifted edges, steep or slippery sections, poor drainage points that encourage algae, and inadequate lighting at entries. These items are easy to underestimate but can lead to falls and liability issues.
Your report will describe each hazard, explain why it matters, and outline practical next steps so you can prioritise efficiently. We separate higher-risk items (such as electrical dangers or fall hazards) from maintenance tasks, and we include photos to make it easy to discuss with trades or the selling agent. If you have questions, you can call to talk through the findings.
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Get in TouchACE Building and Pest Inspections focuses on the real-world risks found in Wantirna homes—older electrical setups, deck and stair fall hazards, and trip points on sloping blocks. Call 0413 163 187 to organise your inspection.