Pre Purchase Building Inspections Elderslea

Elderslea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Elderslea home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of Our building inspectors is extremely detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports for Elderslea are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and hold industrial quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home is safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision for the right price our Elderslea pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property and provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Elderslea building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Elderslea. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a house that’s likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common issues occur and give you expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a house inspection finds it’s possible make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really check it out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some costly problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a certified Elderslea building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Elderslea

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment on the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of access to your house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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