Defect type
·15 observations
Critical · 3–5/5
Exposed Electrical Cabling
Exposed Electrical Cabling is a critical electrical defect SURE inspectors have documented across 15 inspection reports.
Causes
- Unspecified electrical installation issue or damage
- Improper electrical connection and protection
- Improper electrical installation or damage.
- Improper electrical installation
- Lack of proper securing
Symptoms to look for
- Electrical wire visible in gap above laundry door
- Light fitting come away from ceiling slightly
- Exposed live electrical connections
- Visible exposed electrical wires.
- Wire protected by electrical tape
Remedies
- Engage an electrician for repairs.
- Contact a licensed electrician for repair and securing
- Engage an electrician for immediate repairs
- Engage an electrician for repair
- Repair with a junction box
Critical
Get an inspector through this property.
Findings in this category skew high severity. If you are under contract, we can usually book inside the cooling-off window. Every inspection includes 12 months of free advice.
Inspector-written
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not meeting current AS/NZS 3000 requirements, including missing RCDs (safety switches), overcrowded circuits, or outdated ceramic fuses.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.
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