Pre Purchase Building Inspections Seatoun

Seatoun Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Seatoun house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one Our building inspectors are very precise. No stone is left unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to call you to discuss the inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide professional building reports in Seatoun are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be completely qualified and carry an industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out building defects that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact for the best. If your next household is safe we can assist you to determine if you’re making right decision, and for the right price the help of our Seatoun pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property as well as provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Seatoun building inspector usually takes between one and a half, and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Seatoun. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t overpay for the house which is likely create headaches due to future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the results of a house inspection finds, you may be able to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller on price or to make repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks nice. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you’re buying a house without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages if the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Seatoun building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate areas that can be improved. This assures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprises and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was constructed in the 80s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed how long it would be to get rid of, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Seatoun

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may require repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have your home inspection report at hand can help you make an informed decision going ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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