Pre Purchase Building Inspections Linden

Linden Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Linden house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by One of our building inspectors is extremely thorough. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide expert building reports in Linden are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully certified and hold an industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the very best. If your next home will be fine, we can help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right price, with the help of our Linden pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property and offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Linden building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Linden. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for an household that’s likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on what a house inspection uncovers it’s possible make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Are you required to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Linden building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It will make sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Linden

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of solutions on the premises (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 problems such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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