Pre Purchase Building Inspections Highbury

Highbury Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Highbury home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our building inspectors is very precise. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These expert building reports in Highbury are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and carry an industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next house will be okay we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision for the right price the help of our Highbury pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Highbury

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any issues to give you assurance that the home you are buying has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Highbury building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Highbury. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position by being completely aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for the house that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you professional guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what the results of a house inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s nice. Should you really check it out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Highbury building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the property has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Highbury

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your household was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Highbury

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require urgent attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment of the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Highbury Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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