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 purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of the building inspectors is extremely detailed. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide professional building reports for Lower Hutt are comprehensive are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and have the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact the new household will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision at the right price, with our Lower Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report including photos of any issues for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Lower Hutt building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Lower Hutt. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of the completed jobs of a house inspection finds it’s possible use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Are you required to have it examined?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Lower Hutt building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This will ensure that house buyers do not face unpleasant surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed, how long it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lower Hutt

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having the home inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going into the purchase.

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What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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