Pre Purchase Building Inspections Karori

Karori Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Karori house inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors are incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will call you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide specialist building reports in Karori are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have an industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next house will be fine we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Karori pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home as well as offer you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report including photos of any issues to ensure that the house you purchase has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Karori building inspector usually lasts between one and half and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Karori. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that is going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer expert guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what an house inspection finds, you may be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a qualified Karori building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. This makes sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty unexpected costs and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or signs that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your household 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 piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was constructed in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Karori

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment of services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic 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 access to your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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