Pre Purchase Building Inspections Birchville

Birchville Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Birchville house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors are highly precise. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Birchville are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully certified and have the industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Birchville pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the home you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Birchville building inspector usually is between one half hours and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Birchville. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre purchase inspection it is imaginable to be left with costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a certified Birchville building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. This ensures home buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems, any signs that the property is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Birchville

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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