Pre Purchase Building Inspections Pinehaven

Pinehaven Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Pinehaven home inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by the one our building inspectors is extremely thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to take calls to talk through the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds typical issues, from the bathroom to the washing line. These professional building reports in Pinehaven are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is completely certified and have industrial quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new house will be okay we’ll let you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right cost, by using the help of our Pinehaven pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property as well as offer you with an accurate and honest detailed written report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Pinehaven building inspector usually takes between one and a half and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Pinehaven. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You are in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for the home that’s going cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will offer professional guidance on how to move forward.

According to what a house inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the home has significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an qualified Pinehaven building inspector will identify any problems that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It makes sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and determine any major defects that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues , and any problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We search for structural issues or signs that the house is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint, and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in the property, seek expert assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it could be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Pinehaven

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues that could require remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have the house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

What's Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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