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, you will be certain of exactly what you are purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report from the one our inspectors of buildings are very detailed. Every detail is taken care of which makes them an excellent investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will gladly make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. We provide expert building reports for Upper Hutt are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully certified and carry industry standard insures 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 just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the house will be fine we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision, and at the right price, with our Upper Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive investigation of your property along with provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to assure you that the home you are purchasing has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by a Upper Hutt building inspector usually is between one half hours, and up to two hours on site. We allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Upper Hutt. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as imaginable about your possible new home. It puts you in a better negotiating position when you are fully informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Do not pay too much for the home that’s likely cause you to have a headache with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can offer professional guidance on how to move forward.

Based on what a home investigation finds the home inspector may allow you to use a report to help you negotiate with the seller over the cost or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY professional friend says it looks great. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection it’s possible to be left with costly issues that might be discovered, but it could also severely limit your ability to seek damages if the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase inspection report from a qualified Upper Hutt building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This assures home buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We search for structural issues or signs that the building is in require of repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might need repair.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of services on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high-risk and potential problems such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report available will help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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