Pre Purchase Building Inspections Te Marua

Te Marua Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Te Marua house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our building inspectors is very thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Te Marua are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold the industry quality indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are performed by highly skilled professionals. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope for the best. If your next home is safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision for the right price our Te Marua pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property and provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report on the building and photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house that you purchase is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Te Marua building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. But, we’ll allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Te Marua. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a home that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems arise, and we can provide professional advice on how you can move forward.

Based on what an house inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a 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.

What Are The Reasons Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you may severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre purchase inspection report from a qualified Te Marua building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems and highlight points that will add value. It assures house buyers do not encounter unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We examine the entire structure and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues and any indications that the building is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if your home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this piping, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: It was popular from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed, how long it will take to removeit, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Te Marua

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas that may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A study of the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations , as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have the house inspection report available will allow you to make an informed decision moving forward in the job process of completing your purchase.

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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