Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Lower Hutt home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A report on a building from one of the building inspectors are very complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full check-up free of charge and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports in Lower Hutt are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have industrial quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house will be okay we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision for the right price the help of our Lower Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

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An Expert Building & Home Inspection in Lower Hutt

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

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

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for the household that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection finds it is possible make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the vendor over price or repair. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks good. Should you really get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a qualified Lower Hutt building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. This will ensure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or signs that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Lower Hutt

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was constructed in the early 80s it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos products: Used widely from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it might be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lower Hutt

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of access to your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

Lower Hutt Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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