Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ngaio

Ngaio Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Ngaio home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our building inspectors is extremely complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports for Ngaio are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and have industrial standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out building defects that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope for the very best. If your next house is safe we’ll help you make sure you’re making the best choice for the right price our Ngaio pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Ngaio

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home and provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Ngaio building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Ngaio. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to inform you as clearly as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being fully aware of your options to make educated decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and provide specialist advice on how you can move forward.

Based on the findings of an home inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s nice. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some costly problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Ngaio building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and provides you with the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Ngaio

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ngaio

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction requiring permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have your home inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Ngaio Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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