Pre Purchase Building Inspections Totara Park

Totara Park Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Totara Park house inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

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

We offer a full after-care service at no cost and will contact you to discuss the inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. The specialist building reports for Totara Park are detailed are simple to comprehend and are acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold industrial standard assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are undertaken by highly-trained professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new house is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right decision, and at the right cost, by using the help of our Totara Park pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive examination of your home in order to provide you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written building report and photos of any issues to assure you that the home that you purchase can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by the Totara Park building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Totara Park. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as best as imaginable about your potential new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are fully well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the home which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will provide professional guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what the completed jobs of a home inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend says it looks great. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re buying a home without conducting a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not have been identified, you may be severely limiting your options for claiming damages in the event that the house has an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a certified Totara Park building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This ensures house buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We check for structural issues or signs that the building has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

What To Be On the Look Out For

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if the house was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your household was constructed in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Totara Park

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study of the services to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report available can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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