Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Island Bay home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our building inspectors are very thorough. 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 contact you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports in Island Bay are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision, and at the right price with the help of 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 a thorough examination of your home along with offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any issues to give you assurance that the house you purchase is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Island Bay building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Island Bay. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an house which is likely to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide specialist advice on how to proceed.

According to what a house inspection reveals it’s possible to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Are you required to check it out?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you be left with costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from an qualified Island Bay building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues and any indications that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Island Bay

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to remove, and the removal cost.

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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.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of the house inspection report on hand will help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Island Bay Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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