Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Harbour View home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from One of the building inspectors is extremely complete. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The specialist building reports for Harbour View are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully certified and carry industrial standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope the new house is safe, we can help you determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with the help of our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property along with provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Harbour View building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Harbour View. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate by being completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for the house that is going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and provide expert guidance on how to move forward.

According to what the completed jobs of a home inspection reveals, you may be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Should you really have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Harbour View building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It makes sure that house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Harbour View

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study on the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

The fact that you have your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What's Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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