Pre Purchase Building Inspections Newlands

Newlands Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Newlands house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by One of Our building inspectors are highly thorough. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our specialist building reports for Newlands are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and hold industry quality insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact that your new home will be safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Newlands pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive investigation of your property and offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any issues to ensure that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Newlands building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Newlands. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to inform you as best as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for an home which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can offer professional tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what a house inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend thinks it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could be left with expensive problems that could be discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Newlands building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you can add value. This will make sure that home buyers do not face any nasty surprises and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems or signs that the house is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Newlands

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment for the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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