Lack of RCD Certification
Lack of RCD Certification is a moderate-severity electrical defect SURE inspectors have documented across 5 inspection reports.
Causes
- Potential non-compliance if not tested/certified
- Standard practice for pre-purchase inspection
- Scope limitation of the inspection
- Lack of official certification
Symptoms to look for
- Unknown operational status and compliance of RCDs
- No RCD certification provided
- Untested status of RCDs
Remedies
- Obtain RCD certification from a qualified electrician before settlement
- Check with conveyancer/settlement agent for contract requirements
- Obtain certification by a qualified electrician BEFORE settlement
- Engage a licensed electrician for testing and certification
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not meeting current AS/NZS 3000 requirements, including missing RCDs (safety switches), overcrowded circuits, or outdated ceramic fuses.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.