Pre Purchase Building Inspections Eastbourne

Eastbourne Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Eastbourne home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

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

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports for Eastbourne are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and have an industry standard assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next home will be fine we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Eastbourne pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Eastbourne

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home along with provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building that includes photos of any problem areas to ensure that the house you are buying has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Eastbourne building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Eastbourne. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new property. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Do not pay too much for an home that is going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you professional advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report from an qualified Eastbourne building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. It makes sure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues and any indications that the house is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Eastbourne

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Eastbourne Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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