Programmed Maintenance for Owners Corporations in Melbourne
Scheduled maintenance programmes — planned, predictable and documented electrical care for your strata property.
Scheduled Maintenance Programmes
Programmed (planned) maintenance is a proactive approach to electrical care:
- Annual switchboard inspections – thermal imaging and visual inspection of all common area switchboards
- Emergency lighting testing – 30-second and full-duration tests, required by AS/NZS 2293
- Smoke alarm testing – common area smoke alarms tested and documented annually
- Exterior lighting checks – car park, stairwell and pathway lighting inspected and replaced as needed
- RCD testing – all common area safety switches tested for trip time
Programmed maintenance prevents small issues from becoming emergencies — and it satisfies compliance requirements.
What's Included
A typical programmed maintenance programme covers:
- Twice-yearly inspections – 6-monthly visits to check and test all common area electrical systems
- Compliance documentation – every test and inspection is recorded, signed and dated
- Preventative repairs – we fix minor issues during the inspection, before they become defects
- Annual report – a comprehensive report summarising the year's work, any concerns and recommendations for the coming year
- Priority booking – programme clients get priority for additional work and emergency call-outs
Benefits for Strata Managers
Programmed maintenance delivers clear benefits for strata managers:
- Predictable budgeting – fixed annual fee, no surprise charges
- Compliance assurance – every test and inspection is documented and on file for auditors
- Single contact – one electrician for all electrical needs, no juggling multiple trades
- Reduced emergencies – proactive maintenance prevents 80% of electrical emergencies
- Sinking fund planning – the annual report helps the committee plan for future capital works
What to Expect
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a maintenance programme cost?
Cost depends on the size of the building and the number of common area systems. A typical 20-unit building costs approximately $800–$1500 per year. We provide a fixed annual quote — no hourly rates or surprise charges.
What happens if we find a major issue during an inspection?
Minor issues are fixed during the inspection at no extra cost. Major issues (switchboard upgrades, rewires, mains upgrades) are quoted separately. We provide the quote immediately so the strata manager can seek committee approval.
Can we customise the programme?
Yes — the programme is tailored to your building. If you only need emergency lighting testing and RCD checks, we can design a lighter programme. If you want full thermographic imaging and smoke alarm testing, we include that too.
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