Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aro Valley

Aro Valley Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Aro Valley house inspection report You will be aware about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings are highly thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports in Aro Valley are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold the industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new home will be fine we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Aro Valley pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Aro Valley building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Aro Valley. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for the home which is likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you professional guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a home investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an certified Aro Valley building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It assures home buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues, any signs that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aro Valley

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review on the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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