Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Kelburn house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by the one our building inspectors is very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These specialist building reports for Kelburn are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold the industry quality indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the household will be okay we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Kelburn

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property as well as offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written building report including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Kelburn building inspector usually lasts between one and half and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Kelburn. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a household that’s going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you expert guidance on how to move forward.

According to what a house inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a certified Kelburn building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It will make sure that house buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the home was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it could be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• An assessment for the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

Kelburn Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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