Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Island Bay house inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by One of Our building inspectors are very thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports in Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry the industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next household will be fine we can assist you to determine if you’re making best choice at the right price with the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Island Bay

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report including photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Island Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Island Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a house which is likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and give you specialist guidance on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a house inspection finds it is possible to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you be left with costly issues that might be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an qualified Island Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight the areas where you can add value. This ensures house buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Island Bay

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

Having your house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed choice going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

Island Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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