Pre Purchase Building Inspections Thorndon

Thorndon Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Thorndon house inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re buying before you put your offer in.

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

We offer a complete check-up free of charge and will call you to discuss the inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide professional building reports in Thorndon are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

The company we work with is fully qualified and have the industry standard liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified experts. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the best. If your next home is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right cost, by using our Thorndon pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive inspection of the property along with provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report and photos of any issues for you to be sure that the house you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Thorndon building inspector usually takes between one and a half and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre-purchase inspections within Thorndon. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand to provide you with as much information as possible regarding your prospective new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate by being fully informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that is going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what you find in a home inspection reveals the house inspector may allow you use the report to help negotiate with the seller on price or repair. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. A real estate agent believes it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really need to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up with some costly issues that might be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report from a qualified Thorndon building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, indicate any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. This assures house buyers don’t face any nasty surprises and also gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems, any signs that the house has a leaky structure, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the home was constructed in the 1980s, it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken appearance.

Asbestos building materials: Used widely from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in the property, seek expert advice on what risk it presents, how it could be removed, the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Thorndon

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment on the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high-risk and potential problems like window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

The fact that you have your home inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

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

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