Untested Stove Operation
Untested Stove Operation is a moderate-severity electrical defect SURE inspectors have documented across 3 inspection reports.
Causes
- Induction stove type (implies special testing considerations or limitations)
- Gas supply to Kitchen 2 is isolated
- No gas connection to the property
Symptoms to look for
- Inability to assess the functionality of the stove
- Stove functionality cannot be verified
- Stove operation untestable
Remedies
- Have all gas plumbing pipe installation assessed by a licensed gas fitter/plumber
- Refer to 'No Gas Connection' defect for remedy to restore gas supply
- Ensure gas is turned on and complete testing at final inspection
- Arrange for testing of the stove's operation
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not meeting current AS/NZS 3000 requirements, including missing RCDs (safety switches), overcrowded circuits, or outdated ceramic fuses.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.