Pre Purchase Building Inspections Maungaraki

Maungaraki Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Maungaraki house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by the one our building inspectors are incredibly complete. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and We inspect for hundreds the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our expert building reports for Maungaraki are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely qualified and hold the industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new home is safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right price with the help of our Maungaraki pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report of the construction including photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the house you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Maungaraki building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Maungaraki. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t overpay for an home that’s likely to give you headaches with future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will offer professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what a house inspection uncovers the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you be left with costly problems that could be identified, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report by a qualified Maungaraki building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. It assures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Maungaraki

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of the house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

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

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