Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Kelburn home inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of Our building inspectors is very detailed. 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 take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The expert building reports in Kelburn are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is fully certified and carry an industry quality assurance for indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new house is safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right decision for the right price the help of our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report that includes photos of any problem areas to ensure that the house you are buying has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Kelburn building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Kelburn. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for the home that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will offer professional advice on how to move forward.

Based on what an home inspection reveals it is possible use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some costly problems that could be identified, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report by an certified Kelburn building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It assures home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or signs that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

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

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will take to removeit, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the services to the property (given reasonable 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 door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having the house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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