Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Island Bay home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from the one the building inspectors are very thorough. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our professional building reports for Island Bay are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully certified and hold industrial quality insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the household will be fine, we can help you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Island Bay

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property and provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Island Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can offer expert advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what you find in a house investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages if the house has significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Island Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It ensures house buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Island Bay

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it can 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 comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study on the services for the building (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 potentially hazard like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report on hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

Island Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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