Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report by one of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These expert building reports in Highbury are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold an industry quality assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new house will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right cost, by using our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Highbury

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property and provide you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the house you are buying will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Highbury building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Highbury. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Do not pay too much for a household which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can offer expert advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what a home inspection finds, you may be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s imaginable to be left with costly problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Highbury building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This will make sure that home buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

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What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

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

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it might be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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