Pre Purchase Building Inspections Normandale

Normandale Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Normandale home inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from one of the building inspectors is highly thorough. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports in Normandale are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely certified and have industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next household is safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using our Normandale pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of the property in order to provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Normandale building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Normandale. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home which is likely to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer professional advice on how you can proceed.

According to what a house inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase and you be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a certified Normandale building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you can add value. This will ensure that home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprises and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems and any indications that the property is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

Each of these could be costly to solve:

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 to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the house was constructed in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Normandale

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• 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 of areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

Having access to your house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

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

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