Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Highbury home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of the building inspectors is incredibly complete. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide specialist building reports in Highbury are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and hold industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Highbury

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Highbury building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Highbury. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your potential new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an house that’s going to give you headaches with future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and give you expert tips on how to move forward.

Based on what you find in a home inspection finds, you may be able to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Should you really get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it’s imaginable to end up with some expensive problems that could have been 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 building inspection report from an certified Highbury building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues, any signs that the house is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Highbury

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require remedial attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study of solutions that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

A copy of the home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Highbury Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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