Pre Purchase Building Inspections Porirua

Porirua Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Porirua home inspection report, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our inspectors of buildings is extremely precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our specialist building reports for Porirua are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is completely certified and hold industrial standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to spot out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope that your new house will be fine we’ll let you ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price with our Porirua pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough investigation of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written building report and photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Porirua building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Porirua. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new home. You are in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for an house that is going cause you to have a headache with the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide expert advice on how to proceed.

Depending on what the completed jobs of a house inspection reveals, you may be able use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report only discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection and you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home has an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Porirua building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. This assures house buyers do not face unpleasant surprise and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues and any indications that the building is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

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

The Plaster monolithic style: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it might be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Porirua

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness all visible components.
• A review of the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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