Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Aotea home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors are highly detailed. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The expert building reports in Aotea are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next household is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making best choice for the right price the help of our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Aotea

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property and offer you with a fair and honest detailed written building report and photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Aotea building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Aotea. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the home which is likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will offer specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of an house inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some costly issues that might have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Aotea building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It ensures home buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or signs that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have your house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

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

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