Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Aotea home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by the one Our building inspectors are very thorough. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our professional building reports for Aotea are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully qualified and carry industrial quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next household will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision for the right price our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Aotea building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Aotea. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better negotiating position by being completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s going create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and provide specialist tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection finds it’s possible to use a report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home has significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Aotea building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It ensures house buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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