Pre Purchase Building Inspections Alicetown

Alicetown Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Alicetown home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of Our building inspectors are highly thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports in Alicetown are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and have industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new home will be okay we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Alicetown pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Alicetown building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Alicetown. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that’s likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can offer professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what the completed jobs of a home investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages if the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Alicetown building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This assures house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, the best way it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Alicetown

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review on the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

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

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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