Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Aotea home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from One of the building inspectors is very precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports in Aotea are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and hold an industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction and photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Aotea building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Aotea. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for an household that’s going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how you can proceed.

According to what an house inspection finds it is possible to use a report to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from an qualified Aotea building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It makes sure that house buyers don’t face any nasty surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues and any indications that the building is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your household was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

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

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it can be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment of the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have your house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

Aotea Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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