Pre Purchase Building Inspections Gracefield

Gracefield Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Gracefield home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors is highly thorough. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will call you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports for Gracefield are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully qualified and carry industrial standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new house will be fine we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right choice, for the right price the help of our Gracefield pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as sincere detailed written report on the building that includes photos of any issues to assure you that the house that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Gracefield building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Gracefield. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an household which is likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can give you specialist tips on how to move forward.

According to what an house inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s good. Are you required to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is possible to end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report from an qualified Gracefield building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It assures home buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the property is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Gracefield

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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