Pre Purchase Building Inspections Plimmerton

Plimmerton Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Plimmerton house inspection report, you will be certain that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our building inspectors are highly thorough. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports for Plimmerton are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully certified and hold an industry quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope the new home will be fine we’ll help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using our Plimmerton pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property in order to provide you with a fair and sincere detailed written report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you are purchasing is of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Plimmerton building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Plimmerton. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a better negotiating position in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the house that’s going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you professional tips on how to proceed.

According to what you find in a home inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the seller about price or even repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Plimmerton building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This ensures house buyers do not face any nasty shocks and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to solve:

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

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard can leak. If your house was built in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos products: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it poses, how it might be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Plimmerton

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that may need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review of solutions that the house receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post initial construction requires a permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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