Pre Purchase Building Inspections Avalon

Avalon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Avalon home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by one of Our building inspectors are incredibly thorough. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These specialist building reports for Avalon are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely certified and carry an industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new household will be okay we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Avalon pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property and offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Avalon building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Avalon. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what you find in a house inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really check it out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report by an qualified Avalon building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or any indication that the property is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was built in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Avalon

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may require some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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