Pre Purchase Building Inspections Crofton Downs

Crofton Downs Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Crofton Downs home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of the building inspectors is highly thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports for Crofton Downs are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully certified and hold industrial standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new household will be okay, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price, with our Crofton Downs pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written building report that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Crofton Downs building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Crofton Downs. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a household that’s going to give you headaches with future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can provide specialist advice on how you can proceed.

According to what the results of a home inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with costly issues that might have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report by an certified Crofton Downs building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure 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 check for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed 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, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Crofton Downs

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review on the services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

Having your house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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