Pre Purchase Building Inspections Porirua

Porirua Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Porirua home inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our inspectors of buildings is extremely detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The expert building reports for Porirua are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

Our company is fully qualified and carry the industry quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to spot out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just hope the new household is safe we can assist you to make sure you’re making the right decision, and for the right price our Porirua pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property and provide you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to assure you that the house you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Porirua building inspector usually takes between one and a half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections within Porirua. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for the home that’s likely create headaches due to future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can give you expert guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a home inspection finds the home inspector may allow you to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend thinks it’s good. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection it’s imaginable to end up with some costly problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by a certified Porirua building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate areas to add value. It will make sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects and any urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or signs that the house has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the house was constructed in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk 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 Porirua

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may require some attention.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems such as door and window access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have the house inspection report at hand will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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