Pre Purchase Building Inspections Harbour View

Harbour View Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Harbour View home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our inspectors of buildings is extremely thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide professional building reports for Harbour View are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have an industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the very best. If your next home will be safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Harbour View pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Harbour View

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough inspection of the property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report on the building and photos of any problem areas to ensure that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

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

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a household that is going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer expert advice on how to proceed.

Based on what a house inspection uncovers, you may be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend believes it’s great. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Harbour View building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This makes sure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Harbour View

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt 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 can leak. If your house was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed how long it would 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 might need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

The fact that you have access to your house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

Harbour View Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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