Pre Purchase Building Inspections Porirua

Building Inspectors to Give Security When Purchasing Your Porirua Home of Your Dreams

Porirua Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Porirua home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from one of the building inspectors are very precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and are happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These professional building reports in Porirua are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully certified and carry industry standard indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly qualified specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact for the best. If your next home will be okay we’ll help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with our Porirua pre purchase building inspections.

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How Other People Rate Us

Fantastic service, really pleased with how thorough the building report was - also impressed that it was able to be done at such short notice. A+
Daniel
An excellent and thorough building report! Much appreciated. I’ll definitely be recommending
Callum
This is a high quality service where they are willing to go above and beyond the call of duty. I was incredibly impressed by the speed and quality of the inspection and building report.
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We will conduct an extensive examination of your home along with offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written building report that includes photos of any issues to ensure that the house you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Porirua building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Porirua. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better negotiating position by being fully in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t overpay for the home which is likely to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will offer specialist guidance on how to proceed.

According to what a house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a reference for the future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s well-built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s good. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up with some expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home resulted in an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase inspection report from a qualified Porirua building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is a leaky building and issues caused by delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Inspections of properties or home inspections are a must these days when buying homes. house. With the rising cost of houses and maintenance costs for buildings, it's important to know exactly what you are buying.
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Our detailed pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could require repair.

  • A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
  • A review of services for the building (given reasonable access).
  • A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
  • Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
  • Identification of items that are maintenance related.
  • Recognising changes and additions to the initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of the house inspection report on hand will allow you to make an informed decision going forward to complete your purchase.

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What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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

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What We Do

As building inspectors, we deal with all the components involved in expert house inspections. We’re here to ensure that you make the correct choice when it comes to purchasing your next property.

We are serious about your investment, and undertake comprehensive examinations to make sure you don’t encounter any unpleasant or costly expenses, which means you are able to relax and focus on the fun parts of purchasing or owning an home.

We specialise in a range of services to make sure that you are fully informed of the condition of any property that you might be thinking of buying or selling along with other services.

We not only cooperate with you, we also work with big clients like municipal councils and banks, and insurance companies. Evidently , they appreciate the peace of mind provided, due to the details provided in our building inspection reports.

Our systematic approach to inspecting your property and the latest software technology including digital photos imbedded into the report, you can actually see any problems that might be identified. Through our detailed report, it is not surprising that we receive so many clients who recommend our service to family members and friends.

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  • General Consultancy
  • Handover Reports
  • Asbestos Compliance
  • Mould Inspection
  • Dilapidation Reports
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