Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Harbour View house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors are incredibly thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These professional building reports in Harbour View are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry industrial standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the best. If your next household will be fine we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

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An Expert Building & Home Inspection in Harbour View

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property along with offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Harbour View building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Harbour View. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new home. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that is going cause you to have a headache with future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house inspection uncovers it’s possible use the report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Are you required to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Harbour View building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas to add value. It makes sure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems, any signs that the property is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Harbour View

Take Care to Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to deal with:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it can be removed how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Harbour View

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study for the services 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 issues such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Harbour View Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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