Pre Purchase Building Inspections Riverstone Terraces

Riverstone Terraces Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with a Riverstone Terraces home inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from the one our inspectors of buildings are highly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service free of charge and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports in Riverstone Terraces are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully qualified and hold industrial standard liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house will be fine we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price with our Riverstone Terraces pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property and offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in need of attention for you to be sure that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Riverstone Terraces building inspector usually will take between one and a half and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Riverstone Terraces. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for an house which is likely cause you to have a headache with future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer expert advice on how to move forward.

According to what a home inspection reveals it’s possible to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks fine. Should you really check it out?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection it is possible to find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report issued by a qualified Riverstone Terraces building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It will make sure that house buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We are looking for structural issues or any indication 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

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice about the risks it presents, how it can be removed, the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Riverstone Terraces

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high-risk and potential problems like window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the original construction requiring the approval of a permit or permission.

Having access to your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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