Pre Purchase Building Inspections Mount Cook

Mount Cook Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Mount Cook house inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is extremely complete. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and are happy to contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These specialist building reports for Mount Cook are detailed are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be completely certified and have an industry standard liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the home will be fine we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price, with the help of our Mount Cook pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home as well as provide you with an accurate and sincere comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the home you are buying is of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Mount Cook building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Mount Cook. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a household that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common issues occur and provide specialist tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of a house investigation finds it is possible make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Mount Cook building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify the areas where you can add value. This assures home buyers do not face unpleasant shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues and any indications that the building is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was built in the early 80s , it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Mount Cook

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that could require urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a permission or approval.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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