Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kilbirnie

Kilbirnie Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Kilbirnie home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of Our building inspectors is incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Kilbirnie are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully certified and hold industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using the help of our Kilbirnie pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Kilbirnie building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Kilbirnie. In addition, we will spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a household that’s likely create headaches due to future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer specialist advice on how you can proceed.

According to what the completed jobs of a home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s good. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could be left with expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a certified Kilbirnie building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers do not face any nasty shocks and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems and any indications that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it could be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kilbirnie

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review for the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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