Pre Purchase Building Inspections Gracefield

Gracefield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Gracefield house inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our inspectors of buildings is highly detailed. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports for Gracefield are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and carry the industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope the new house will be okay we’ll help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with our Gracefield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property and provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report including photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are buying is of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the house that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide expert advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection finds, you may be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Gracefield building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant surprises and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Gracefield

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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