Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Kelburn house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by an inspector of our building inspectors are highly precise. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports in Kelburn are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely certified and hold the industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next home will be fine, we can help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price with our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property as well as offer you with a fair and honest detailed written building report that includes photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Kelburn building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Kelburn. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for the home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can give you professional advice on how you can proceed.

Based on the findings of a house inspection reveals it’s possible to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s nice. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s imaginable to be left with costly issues that might be discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an certified Kelburn building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. This will ensure that house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study on the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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