Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors is incredibly complete. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The professional building reports in Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and hold industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly trained experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next house is safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision, and for the right price the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property as well as offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written building report and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to give you assurance that the house that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Island Bay. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for an house that’s likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you professional advice on how you can move forward.

According to what the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals, you may be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s imaginable to be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a certified Island Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This assures home buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues, any signs that the property is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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