Warranwood homes often include extensions, sheds and older switchboards that have been updated in stages. A polarity-focused safety check helps uncover dangerous wiring mistakes before they damage appliances or create shock and fire risks.
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We test for correct active/neutral polarity at selected power points and accessible connection points. Incorrect polarity can leave appliance parts energised when they should be neutral, increasing shock risk and causing nuisance faults or equipment damage.
We assess the switchboard for age-related risks, signs of overheating, poor labelling, and whether the board appears appropriately configured for the home’s current load. We also note where modern protection is missing or inconsistent across circuits.
We confirm whether RCDs are present and conduct basic functional checks using the test button where accessible. RCD protection is a key line of defence against electric shock, particularly in wet areas and outdoor circuits common on larger Warranwood blocks.
We look for accessible indicators of unsafe wiring such as brittle sheathing, exposed conductors, improvised joins, damaged conduit, and poor-term connection practices in visible areas. These issues can indicate higher risk circuits that need electrician investigation.
We check for smoke alarm presence, location suitability (where observable), and any obvious installation concerns. Smoke alarms are part of real-world electrical safety because power supply, age, and placement directly affect whether they work when needed.
We pay special attention to signs of DIY or piecemeal upgrades—recently renovated kitchens, garages, alfresco areas, or sheds—where polarity errors, missing RCDs, and non-compliant fittings are more likely to occur.
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Warranwood properties often have added circuits for garages, sheds, lighting and outdoor areas, and these can be wired at different times by different trades. That mix increases the chance of polarity errors, missing RCD protection, or overloaded circuits. An Electrical Safety Assessment helps spot safety-critical red flags early so you can engage an electrician to rectify issues before moving in or using high-load equipment.
It includes targeted electrical polarity testing as a core part of the service. We also review switchboard condition, RCD (safety switch) presence and basic operation, visible wiring safety, and smoke alarm set-up where observable. The goal is to identify hazards and compliance concerns that affect safety, not to provide a full electrical installation certification.
We carry out a non-destructive assessment based on safe access at the property. We visually assess the switchboard and components that are accessible, and we perform practical checks such as polarity testing at outlets and RCD test-button operation where available. If we identify red flags—heat damage, poor configuration, or suspected wiring defects—we recommend follow-up testing and rectification by a qualified electrician.
Older homes can show signs of staged upgrades—older fuse-based switchboards, mixed wiring types, and circuits that pre-date modern safety switch expectations. You may also see power points or lighting added during kitchen or bathroom renovations, where polarity or earthing mistakes can slip in. Newer builds usually have more consistent RCD coverage, but outdoor additions and later modifications can still introduce safety gaps.
Yes. Renovations often involve new appliances, added circuits and repositioned outlets, which can expose issues like incorrect polarity, undersized cabling, or incomplete RCD protection. Our assessment focuses on practical safety checks and visible compliance risks so you can budget for electrical rectifications and prioritise urgent items before settlement or before you start using high-load appliances.
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Get in TouchChoose ACE Building and Pest Inspections for a polarity-focused safety check that targets switchboard risks, RCD coverage and renovation red flags common in Warranwood homes. Call 0413 163 187.