Pre Purchase Building Inspections Papakowhai

Papakowhai Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Papakowhai home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report from one of Our building inspectors is extremely detailed. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. These expert building reports for Papakowhai are detailed are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and hold industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next house will be safe we’ll let you know if you’re making the right decision for the right price our Papakowhai pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Papakowhai

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home along with provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any issues for you to be sure that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Papakowhai building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours at the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Papakowhai. In addition, we will spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that’s going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can offer specialist tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Excellent, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks great. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Papakowhai building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This makes sure that house buyers don’t have unpleasant surprises and gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or 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 cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was built in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, the very best way it could be removed, how long it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Papakowhai

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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