Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Island Bay home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings are highly precise. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide expert building reports for Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new house is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of the property and provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written building report including photos of any issues to ensure that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Island Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Island Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and provide expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of a home inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house has a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from an certified Island Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It assures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems, any signs that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the household was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it might be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have the home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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