Pre Purchase Building Inspections Oriental Bay

Oriental Bay Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Oriental Bay home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of the building inspectors are highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will contact you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports for Oriental Bay are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and carry industry quality assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope for the very best. If your next house will be safe we’ll help you know if you’re making the best choice for the right price our Oriental Bay pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property as well as provide you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report including photos of any problem areas for you to be sure that the home that you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Oriental Bay building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Oriental Bay. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as possible about your potential new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you specialist tips on how to move forward.

Based on what an home investigation finds, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase it is possible to end up with some costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages if the house ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a qualified Oriental Bay building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This will ensure that home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues and any indications that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the house was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Oriental Bay

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• A study of services 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 in areas of high risk and potential issues such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

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

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

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