Loose External Wall Light
Loose External Wall Light is a moderate-severity electrical defect SURE inspectors have documented across 2 inspection reports.
Causes
- Improper installation techniques
- Inadequate fastening
- Vibration over time
- Improper installation
- Loose fixture
Symptoms to look for
- Lighting fixture visibly wobbly or detached from its mounting surface
- Wall light not attached
- Exposed wiring
Remedies
- Secure the external lighting fixture properly to its mounting point
- Engage an electrician for repairs
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not meeting current AS/NZS 3000 requirements, including missing RCDs (safety switches), overcrowded circuits, or outdated ceramic fuses.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.