Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karaka Bays

Karaka Bays Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Karaka Bays house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors are very thorough. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports for Karaka Bays are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely qualified and carry industrial quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price with the help of our Karaka Bays pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property and offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any problem areas to ensure that the house you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Karaka Bays building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Karaka Bays. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that is going be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you expert advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend says it looks great. Are you required to have it examined?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to find yourself with some costly issues that might have been identified, you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house ended up with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Karaka Bays building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karaka Bays

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need some attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the solutions that the household receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your house inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What's Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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