Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Island Bay house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from the one our building inspectors are extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide expert building reports for Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry industry quality insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope the new home will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making best choice for the right price our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Island Bay

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report that includes photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you are buying has the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Island Bay building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Island Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can offer specialist tips on how to proceed.

Depending on what you find in a home inspection uncovers it is possible to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Island Bay building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems and any indications that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Island Bay

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study on the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permit or consent.

Having access to your house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision 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 Cladding & Joinery
• Borer Detection
• Decks & Retaining Walls
• Plumbing & Drainage
• Spouting & Downpipes
• Sub-floor Structure & Foundations
• Roof Cavity & Roof
• Hot Water Cylinder
• Paths & Driveway
• Building Insulation
• Flooring
• Moisture Detection