Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kelburn

Kelburn Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Kelburn house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of Our building inspectors is incredibly thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports in Kelburn are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope the new household is safe we’ll let you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price the help of our Kelburn pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home as well as provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the home you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Kelburn building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Kelburn. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that is going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide professional advice on how to move forward.

Based on what an home inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able to use a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to be left with costly problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report by a certified Kelburn building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It will ensure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it can be removed the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kelburn

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A study on the solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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