Pre Purchase Building Inspections Kingston

Kingston Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Kingston house inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors is highly thorough. There is no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will be happy to call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our expert building reports for Kingston are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely certified and hold the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be safe, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, for the right price our Kingston pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home in order to offer you with a fair as well as sincere comprehensive written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the home that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Kingston building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Kingston. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible about your possible new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for an house that is going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how you can proceed.

According to what the results of a house inspection reveals, you may be able to utilise a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report from a qualified Kingston building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or any indication that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Kingston

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review of solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick 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 door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having your house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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