Pre Purchase Building Inspections Ngaio

Ngaio Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Ngaio home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by the one the building inspectors are incredibly thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports in Ngaio are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope that your new home is safe we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price, with our Ngaio pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of your property along with offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction including photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you purchase is of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Ngaio building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Ngaio. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house which is likely cause you to have a headache with future issues. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what an home inspection reveals, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Should you really check it out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some costly issues that might have been identified, you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Ngaio building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify points that will add value. It makes sure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems and any indications that the property is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the best way it can be removed, how long it would be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Ngaio

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

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment of services that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

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

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