Pre Purchase Building Inspections Petone

Petone Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Petone home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our inspectors of buildings is highly thorough. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. These expert building reports for Petone are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely qualified and have an industry quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly-trained experts. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we’ll let you know if you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using our Petone pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property along with offer you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report on the building that includes photos of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Petone building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Petone. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for an home that’s going create headaches due to future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can offer professional tips on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of a home inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline for the future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend believes it’s great. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you purchase a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could be identified, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the house has a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Petone building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It ensures home buyers don’t have unpleasant surprise and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems and any indications that the property is in need of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

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Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may need repair.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the standard service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

A copy of your house inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Petone Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Included with 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 Heater
• Paths & Driveway
• Insulation
• Flooring
• Detection of Moisture