Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pauatahanui

Pauatahanui Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Pauatahanui home inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of Our building inspectors are extremely detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly take calls to talk through the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports in Pauatahanui are detailed are easy to understand and are acknowledged by all major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is completely qualified and carry an industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope that your new home will be okay we’ll let you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with our Pauatahanui pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Pauatahanui

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report that includes photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Pauatahanui building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Pauatahanui. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the house that is going create headaches due to potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can offer expert guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what a home inspection finds depending on the findings, you might be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s great. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it is possible to find yourself with some costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Pauatahanui building inspector will show up any defects that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This ensures home buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or any indication that the property is in need of repair and issues caused by delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Pauatahanui

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

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

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If your home was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice on what risk 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 Pauatahanui

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

Pauatahanui Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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