Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Lower Hutt house inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from One of the building inspectors is highly thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Lower Hutt are comprehensive are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and hold the industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with the help of our Lower Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

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A Thorough Building & Home Inspection in Lower Hutt

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report, complete with photographs of any problem areas to ensure that the home you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Lower Hutt building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Lower Hutt. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a better negotiating position when you are fully aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for a home that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you professional advice on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a home inspection finds it is possible make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s nice. Should you really check it out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty costly issues that might have been identified, you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Lower Hutt building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It will ensure that house buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Lower Hutt

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lower Hutt

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that might need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction , which requires permit or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Lower Hutt Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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