Pre Purchase Building Inspections Days Bay

Days Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Days Bay home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our building inspectors are highly complete. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Days Bay are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully qualified and have the industry standard liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next home will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with the help of our Days Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property and provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Days Bay building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours at the site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Days Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are completely in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of you find in a house inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it’s imaginable to end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house has significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Days Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It will make sure that house buyers do not face unpleasant surprises and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the house is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Days Bay

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment for the services that the household receives (given affordable 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, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the house inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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