Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lower Hutt

Lower Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Lower Hutt home inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by One of our inspectors of buildings is highly precise. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide expert building reports in Lower Hutt are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully qualified and carry industrial quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified experts. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new household will be fine we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision for the right price the help of our Lower Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home along with provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Lower Hutt building inspector usually will take between one and a half and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Lower Hutt. In addition, we will spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. You put yourself in a better negotiating position when you are completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for the house that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent issues occur and provide specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what an house inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report from an certified Lower Hutt building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. This will ensure that house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues, any signs that the building is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was built 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 piping, when you know they are there.

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

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lower Hutt

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of services that the household receives (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having the home inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What's Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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