Pre Purchase Building Inspections Elderslea

Elderslea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Elderslea house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of our building inspectors is incredibly thorough. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports for Elderslea are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and carry the industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new house will be okay we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Elderslea 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 and sincere comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Elderslea building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Elderslea. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new property. You are in a better position to negotiate when you are fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for the home that is going create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide expert tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what the results of a home investigation finds it’s possible to use a report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some costly problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Elderslea building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Elderslea

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review for the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

What's Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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