Pre Purchase Building Inspections Wellington

Wellington Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Wellington home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our building inspectors are highly complete. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports in Wellington are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and have industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the household will be okay we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Wellington pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Wellington building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Wellington. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new home. You are in a better position to negotiate by being fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an household which is likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer expert advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a home inspection finds the house inspector may allow you use the report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s imaginable to be left with costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home has significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Wellington building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. This assures home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed the time it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Wellington

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having the house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

• Exterior Claddings & Joinery
• Borer Detection
• Decks & Retaining Walls
• Plumbing & Drainage
• Spouting & Downpipes
• Sub-floor Structure & Foundations
• Roof Cavity & Roof
• Hot Water Cylinder
• Paths & Driveway
• House Insulation
• Flooring
• Detection of Moisture