Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A report on a building from the one Our building inspectors are highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports in Island Bay are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained specialists. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household will be safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right choice, for the right price the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Island Bay

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth examination of your home along with provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report including photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Island Bay building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Island Bay. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a household that’s going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide specialist advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what a house inspection finds the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to find yourself with some costly issues that might be identified, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Island Bay building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or any indication that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it presents, how it could be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review for the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Island Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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