Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Kelburn house inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from One of Our building inspectors is highly detailed. No stone is left unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly contact you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide professional building reports for Kelburn are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and have industry quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the house is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property along with offer you with an accurate and sincere detailed written building report, complete with photographs of any issues to ensure that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Kelburn building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Kelburn. Then, we spend a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household which is likely create headaches due to future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can offer expert advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what an home investigation finds, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks nice. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an certified Kelburn building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This makes sure that house buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house is not in good repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was built in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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