Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aro Valley

Aro Valley Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Aro Valley home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors are very precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss your 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. These specialist building reports in Aro Valley 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 hold an industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next household is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using our Aro Valley pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home as well as offer you with a fair and honest detailed written building report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Aro Valley building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Aro Valley. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a household that’s going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide specialist advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what an home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a qualified Aro Valley building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This will make sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems, any signs that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

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

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aro Valley

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require repair.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems like 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 modifications post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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