Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Kelburn home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is extremely detailed. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These specialist building reports for Kelburn are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry the industry standard assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections 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!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

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We will carry out a thorough examination of your home and provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the house you purchase is of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for a household that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you specialist tips on how to proceed.

According to what a house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY expert friend says it looks good. Are you required to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Kelburn building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This assures house buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment for the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

A copy of the house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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