Pre Purchase Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Upper Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with an Upper Hutt home inspection report and you’ll be assured of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by One of our building inspectors are very thorough. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a full check-up free of charge and will call you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. These professional building reports for Upper Hutt are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

Our company is completely certified and hold industry quality insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained specialists. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we’ll help you make sure you’re making the best choice at the right price, with the help of our Upper Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property as well as offer you with a fair and sincere comprehensive written report and photos of any issues to give you assurance that the house that you purchase is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Upper Hutt building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. But, we will allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Upper Hutt. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable regarding your prospective new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t overpay for the home which is likely create headaches due to future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and provide expert advice on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a home inspection finds it is possible use the report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report uncovers minor problems, you are able to still use it as a guideline for any future maintenance.

The Reasons Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you are buying a home without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase, not only could you end up owning some pretty expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report from an certified Upper Hutt building inspector will highlight any flaws the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This will make sure that home buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting 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 pipe: Check for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe, in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If the home was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be placed on roofs, ceilings, in lino under fences. If asbestos is found at an address, you should seek out expert advice on what risk it poses, how it might be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study on the solutions that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post initial construction requires a permission or approval.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your house inspection report in hand will allow you to make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

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

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