Pre Purchase Building Inspections Island Bay

Island Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Island Bay house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from One of the building inspectors is incredibly complete. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide professional building reports in Island Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and have the industry standard assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the very best. If your next house will be safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Island Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate as well as honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Island Bay building inspector usually is between one half hours and two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Island Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new property. You are in a better negotiating position by being completely well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s likely to give you headaches with future problems. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer expert advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of a house investigation finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an qualified Island Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. This ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues or signs that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Island Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment on the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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