Pre Purchase Building Inspections Porirua

Porirua Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Porirua house inspection report and you’ll be assured that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from an inspector of our building inspectors is extremely complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The specialist building reports for Porirua are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are completely certified and hold the industry standard insures indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled professionals. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the best. If your next household will be okay we’ll let you determine if you’re making right decision at the right price with our Porirua pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth inspection of your property along with offer you with a fair as well as honest detailed written report on the building including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Porirua building inspector usually is between one half, and two hours at the site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Porirua. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for the house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you expert tips on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a house inspection reveals it’s possible to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Should you really get it checked out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase it’s possible to end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the home resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Porirua building inspector will identify any problems the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It assures home buyers do not face any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems and any indications that the property is a leaky building or has issues due to delayed maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the home was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe even if you were aware that they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If the home was built in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s until the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Porirua

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the services to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

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

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