Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Island Bay house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our building inspectors is extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Island Bay are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be completely certified and carry industry quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new home will be okay we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property and offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written building report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the home you purchase has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Island Bay building inspector usually is between one half, and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Island Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the home that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and give you expert tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what an home inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend thinks it’s good. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could find yourself with some costly issues that might be identified, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house has significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a certified Island Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This will ensure that home buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and provides you with the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues or any indication that the building is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your household was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it presents, how it could be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

In the event that you do not have the home inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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