Pre Purchase Building Inspections Broadmeadows

Broadmeadows Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Broadmeadows home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by an inspector of the building inspectors are very detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The professional building reports in Broadmeadows are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and carry industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next house is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right decision for the right price the help of our Broadmeadows pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Broadmeadows

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive investigation of your property as well as provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Broadmeadows building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Broadmeadows. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for the house that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will provide specialist tips on how to move forward.

Based on what an home inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Broadmeadows building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This assures house buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or signs that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Broadmeadows

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

Broadmeadows Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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