Uncertified Electrical Wiring and Components
Uncertified Electrical Wiring and Components is a critical electrical defect SURE inspectors have documented across 48 inspection reports.
Causes
- Lack of professional assessment and certification
- Lack of professional assessment/certification
- Standard scope limitation of the inspection
- Scope of inspection limitation
- Standard safety recommendation
Symptoms to look for
- Electrical system not assessed for compliance with safety standards
- Absence of electrical certification for wiring and safety
- Unknown safety/compliance of electrical system
- No electrical certification provided
Remedies
- Have all electrical wiring and components assessed by a licensed electrician
- Assessed by a licensed electrician
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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.
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not meeting current AS/NZS 3000 requirements, including missing RCDs (safety switches), overcrowded circuits, or outdated ceramic fuses.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.