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Electrical Safety Inspections
in Macleod, VIC 3085
Getting an electrical safety inspection in Macleod is a smart move for owners of post-war and 1950s–70s houses, landlords leasing to students and renovators about to open up walls. Espire Electrical Solutions looks after Macleod from our Eltham base, sending a licensed electrician to assess the property and talk you through the results.
- Based in Eltham
- Fully licensed & insured
- 10+ years’ experience
- Free quotes
“Mardi was out to investigate and fix the issue within a couple of hours of me making the call.”
- Licensed electrical contractor REC 25142
- Fully licensed & insured
- Rated 5.0 from 250+ Google reviews
- Free quotes
- 200+ jobs done
- We turn up when we say
- Eltham based since 2020
Macleod’s older housing and what hides in the walls
Macleod is an established residential suburb in the City of Banyule, with plenty of post-war and 1950s–70s homes on quiet streets. Being close to La Trobe University, it also has a high share of renters and share houses.
Houses from this era can still have original rubber- or cloth-insulated wiring in places, rewireable fuses and few safety switches. Others have been partly updated, leaving a mix of old and new that is hard to judge without a proper look.
Rental and share-house living adds its own load – more people, more chargers, more heaters and more appliances running at once – and that can expose weaknesses in an older system.
An inspection tells you where things stand so you can plan repairs sensibly rather than waiting for something to fail.
Based in Eltham · Fully licensed & insured · REC 25142 · Free quotes
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“Mardi did a fantastic job and was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Very professional, great communicator and super organised. Would definitely utilise his services again.”
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“Mardi is highly professional, very friendly and easy to talk to about what you are wanting. His work is of high quality and I would recommend his services.”
“It was an absolute pleasure to deal with Mardi from an initial call to post-installation! He is very responsive, goes an extra mile to have a happy customer and answers all the silly questions! Thank you Mardi!”
“I recently had an electrical issue that was tripping the fuse for all power in the laundry. Mardi was out to investigate and fix the issue within a couple of hours of me making the call. A great, friendly service that I will definitely use again.”
“Great customer service and communication! Mardi responded to my request quickly, gave me a quote and was on-site within a week.”
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“Quick response to enquiry. Competitive Quote. Job completed on the agreed date and time. Very satisfied with quality of work done. Professional business.”
Reasons to book an electrical check in Macleod
- Your home is post-war or 1950s–70s and has not been inspected recently
- You lease to tenants or students
- Fuses blow or breakers trip when several heaters run
- Power points are cracked, loose or discoloured
- You are buying with plans to renovate
- You are unsure what was changed by previous owners
What to expect from a Macleod inspection
- 1
Give us the details
Call 0431 569 629 or use the quote form. Tell us the age of the house and whether it is owner-occupied or rented.
- 2
Licensed inspection
We check the switchboard, safety switches, power points, light fittings and accessible wiring for potential hazards and compliance issues.
- 3
Prioritised findings
You get a plain-English explanation of what we found and what we recommend, most urgent first.
- 4
Free quote
Any work comes with a free quote. Nothing proceeds without your approval.
Inspections tailored to Macleod properties
Older family homes
Thorough checks of original wiring and switchboards.
Rentals and share houses
Rental providers have electrical safety obligations – Consumer Affairs Victoria sets them out.
Pre-renovation
Know what you are dealing with before the builder starts.
Small businesses
Commercial checks scheduled to suit your hours.
Recent work




Why choose Espire Electrical Solutions?

Why Macleod owners and landlords use Espire
Mardi Abielias · Owner & Electrician
Espire Electrical Solutions was founded in June 2020 by Mardi Abielias, who has more than 10 years of experience. We are fully licensed and insured, with Electrical Contractor Number REC 25142, and quotes are free.

Read our reviews, browse the FAQs or learn about our electrical safety inspections.
Before your visit, read electrical checks for older homes and how to prepare for an electrical safety inspection.
Nearby, we also offer electrical safety inspections in Watsonia. Energy Safe Victoria has consumer safety information.
See our Macleod electrician page for more.
Also servicing nearby suburbs
From our Eltham base we also provide electrical safety inspections in these nearby areas:
Electrical Safety Inspections in Macleod: common questions
Have something else in mind? Give Mardi a call.
0431 569 629Who inspects older homes for electrical safety in Macleod?
Espire Electrical Solutions looks after Macleod from Eltham. Ring 0431 569 629 to arrange a licensed inspection.
What would an electrical inspection in Macleod cost me?
It varies with the house size, its age and the number of circuits, so we give you a free quote beforehand.
I rent my Macleod house to students – should I get it inspected?
Yes. Share houses put more load on the system, and rental providers have electrical safety obligations.
How can I tell if my post-war house still has old wiring?
It is hard to tell without an inspection. A licensed electrician can check accessible wiring and the switchboard.
Should I inspect before renovating in Macleod?
Yes. Knowing the condition of the wiring helps you budget and plan the renovation.
Will you explain what is urgent and what can wait?
Yes. We list findings in order of priority so you can plan.
Can I see your electrical contractor licence?
Of course. Our number is REC 25142, and Espire is fully licensed and insured.
Guides to read before booking electrical safety inspections
Plain-English, homeowner-level advice on warning signs, planning and when to call a licensed electrician.
How to prepare for an electrical safety inspection
A little preparation makes an inspection quicker and more useful. Use this checklist before your electrician arrives.
Hiring an ElectricianHow to choose a licensed electrician in Eltham and Melbourne’s northern suburbs
Licence, insurance, reviews and a clear quote. Here is what to check before you let anyone work on your wiring.
Planning & RenovationsElectrical checks to consider before buying or renovating an older home
Old switchboards, few power points and past DIY work are common in older homes. Here is what to look for and ask.
Find out what is behind the walls of your Macleod home
Call 0431 569 629 or request your free quote online. Licensed and insured, REC 25142.
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