Pre Purchase Building Inspections Papakowhai

Papakowhai Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Papakowhai home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of Our building inspectors is incredibly detailed. No stone is left unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service for free and will be happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The expert building reports for Papakowhai are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and hold industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope you’ll be able to trust that the home will be fine we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using our Papakowhai pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of the property as well as provide you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention to assure you that the house you purchase has the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Papakowhai building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Papakowhai. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as clearly as possible about your possible new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for an household that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We are aware of the most common places issues occur and offer expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on what an home investigation finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s great. Should you really have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a pre purchase inspection and you be left with expensive problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home has significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Papakowhai building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This will ensure that house buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your home was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the house was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk 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 Papakowhai

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having the house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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