Pre Purchase Building Inspections Alicetown

Alicetown Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Alicetown house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from one of the building inspectors is very thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will contact you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports in Alicetown are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully certified and hold industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope the new house will be okay, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price our Alicetown pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property and offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Alicetown building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Alicetown. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a home that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

According to what an house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with costly issues that might be identified, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by an certified Alicetown building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. It assures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the building is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If your house was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Alicetown

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having the house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision going into the purchase.

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

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