Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Highbury home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of our building inspectors is extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Highbury are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely qualified and have industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next home will be okay we’ll help you ensure that you’re making best choice for the right price our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property in order to offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Highbury building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Highbury. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for a household that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can give you specialist tips on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a house investigation finds the home inspector may allow you use the report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really need to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre purchase inspection it is possible to find yourself with some expensive problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Highbury building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This makes sure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is in need of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it could be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment of services on the premises (given affordable 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 potentially hazard like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

Having your home inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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