Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Lower Hutt home inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of the building inspectors are very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will be happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports in Lower Hutt are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have the industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new home is safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the right choice, for the right price our Lower Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report on the building, complete with photographs of any issues to ensure that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Lower Hutt building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections in Lower Hutt. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for a home which is likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

Depending on what a home investigation finds it is possible to utilise a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could end up with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a qualified Lower Hutt building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This assures home buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

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

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

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

Asbestos products: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it might be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lower Hutt

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review on the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision when moving forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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