Pre-Purchase Electrical Inspection
Avoid a $10,000-$20,000
electrical mistake before you buy.
7-14 day cooling-off window. Clear written verdict before commitment.
Licensed electrician
PGE275430
Independent advice
No repair upsell model
Decision output
Written report
Turnaround
24-48h after site visit
Coverage
Adelaide local operator
Timing matters
Your negotiation power usually sits inside a 7-14 day cooling-off period.
If electrical risks are found after that window, you are usually carrying the cost yourself. We keep the process fast so you can decide, renegotiate, or walk away while options are still open.
Your decision, in writing
Your report will tell you one of three things.
We don't hand you 30 pages of jargon and leave you to figure it out. Every report ends with one of three clear conclusions.
OUTCOME 01
Safe to buy
- What it means: no major electrical risks identified in accessible areas.
- What to do: proceed without planning immediate upgrade works.
- Typical cost posture: no near-term major electrical allowance expected.
OUTCOME 02
Buy with budget
- What it means: system is functional but ageing or partially outdated.
- What to do: buy with a staged upgrade budget and use findings to negotiate.
- Typical cost posture: often around $3,000-$10,000 depending on scope.
OUTCOME 03
High risk — walk away
- What it means: significant issues suggest major electrical rectification risk.
- What to do: renegotiate hard or exit the deal if risk profile does not stack up.
- Typical cost posture: major works commonly exceed $10,000.
One conclusion. Documented. Defensible at the negotiating table.
What we check — and why it matters
Eight things every Adelaide buyer should know about a property's wiring.
We don't open walls. We do open every switchboard and check everything visible — then tell you in writing what you can assume, and what you can't.
01
Switchboard
What we check RCDs, breaker age, circuit labelling, capacity, condition of internal wiring.
Why it matters An undersized or unsafe board is the most common $5,000-$15,000 finding we report.
02
Smoke Alarms
What we check Number, location, type, interconnection, expiry date — against current SA standards.
Why it matters Mandatory under SA law. Missing or expired alarms delay settlement and insurance.
03
Wiring Condition
What we check All visible wiring, junctions, cabling. Looking for old VIR, scorch marks, DIY work.
Why it matters Pre-1970s wiring often needs partial rewire — $8,000-$20,000 depending on home size.
04
Power Points & Switches
What we check Polarity tested, RCD operation tested, condition of accessible fittings.
Why it matters Reverse polarity and unprotected circuits are immediate safety and insurance risks.
05
Earthing & Bonding
What we check Main earth integrity, bonding to water and gas, protective device coordination.
Why it matters Faulty earthing means electrocution risk. Frequently missing in older Adelaide homes.
06
Lighting Circuits
What we check Internal, external, sensor circuits — operation and compliance.
Why it matters Pre-1990s circuits often share lighting with power, which doesn't meet current standards.
07
Hot Water & Fixed Appliances
What we check Dedicated circuits, isolators, condition of supply to oven, cooktop, HWS.
Why it matters Without proper isolation, future replacement work costs more and risks non-compliance.
08
Solar & Battery
What we check If present: inverter age, isolators, AS/NZS 4777 compliance, shutdown labelling.
Why it matters Non-compliant solar is illegal to leave in service. Forced retrofit costs $2,000-$5,000+.
How it works
Three steps. No surprises.
01
Book online or by phone
Tell us the property address and your settlement date. We confirm a time that fits your contract window.
02
On-site inspection
A licensed BHT electrician inspects the property in person — typically 60-90 minutes — and photographs anything notable.
03
Written report — within 48 hours
You receive a clear written report covering every check, with photos, severity ratings, and our honest opinion. Use it to negotiate or walk away.
Pricing
Honest, fixed pricing.
Standard residential
From $495
Most Adelaide metro homes — fixed, including site visit and written report.
- Licensed BHT electrician on site
- Full switchboard inspection
- Written report with photos
- Severity rating per finding
- Delivered within 48 hours
Larger properties, dual-occupancy or rural homes — call for a fixed quote before you book.
Real Adelaide Case Study
Burnt main switch left parts of the board still energised
A recent Adelaide emergency callout revealed a severely overheated and melted main switch that left parts of the switchboard still energised. The property contained outdated fuse protection, non-compliant earthing, and increasing electrical demand from modern appliances including EV charging and ducted air conditioning.
Real field cases help buyers understand risks that may not appear during a standard walkthrough.
Read case study →What you actually get
If we don't think you should buy this house,
we'll tell you — in writing.
We're a licensed electrician — not a real estate agent and not a building inspector. We're paid for the report, not the sale. That's the whole point.
Book your inspection
Book your inspection before your cooling-off period ends.
Takes less than 2 minutes. No payment required now - invoice issued on report delivery.
Got it — we'll be in touch.
We've received your booking request and will confirm timing within 1 business day. For urgent settlement windows, call 0410 323 034.
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