Electrical Disconnection to Dwelling
Electrical Disconnection to Dwelling is a moderate-severity electrical defect SURE inspectors have documented across 2 inspection reports.
Causes
- Re-connection with a supplier required
- Utility disconnection
- Mains switched off
Symptoms to look for
- Inability to test electrical systems and appliances
- Inability to test electrical items
- No power to the dwelling
- No power to dwelling
Remedies
- Engage a licensed electrician for full assessment and safety checks
- Request electricity to be re-connected prior to settlement
- Request reason for electrical disconnection from seller
- Further inspection required by licensed electrician
- Request reason for electrical disconnection
Worth asking our inspector about this specifically.
This is common across Perth stock and usually fixable without drama, but the scope of the fix varies. Every SURE inspection includes 12 months of free advice. Call out the defect by name and we check for it directly.
Curated entries in Electrical
- Curated 3–5/5Exposed Electrical Wiring in Accessible Area
Electrical wiring not properly enclosed in conduit or behind wall linings in areas accessible to occupants, including subfloor spaces, garages, and laundries. Presents shock hazard and does not comply with AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules.
- Curated 2–5/5Non-Compliant or Overloaded Switchboard
Switchboard not meeting current AS/NZS 3000 requirements, including missing RCDs (safety switches), overcrowded circuits, or outdated ceramic fuses. Common in pre-2000 Perth and Sydney homes that have not been upgraded.