Pre Purchase Building Inspections Normandale

Normandale Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Normandale house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from an inspector of our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide professional building reports for Normandale are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and hold an industry quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly-trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new house is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the best choice for the right price our Normandale pre purchase building inspections.

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We will conduct a thorough inspection of your property as well as provide you with an accurate and honest detailed written report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing has the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Normandale building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Normandale. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that’s going to give you headaches with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can offer specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what a home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some costly issues that might be identified, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home resulted in significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a certified Normandale building inspector will highlight any flaws that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This ensures house buyers don’t have unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or signs that the building is in require of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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What To Be On the Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it can be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Normandale

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A review for the services that the home receives (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have the home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

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

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