Pre Purchase Building Inspections Lyall Bay

Lyall Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Lyall Bay home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from the one our building inspectors are incredibly precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. We provide professional building reports for Lyall Bay are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and carry the industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the home is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Lyall Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home as well as provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report of the construction that includes photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house that you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Lyall Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Lyall Bay. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise yet understandable to inform you as clearly as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate by being fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the household that is going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer professional advice on how to proceed.

Based on what the results of a house investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it is well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase but you could end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages if the house has significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report by a certified Lyall Bay building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. It ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or any indication that the house is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Lyall Bay

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

Having your house inspection report available can help you make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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