Pre Purchase Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Upper Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with a Upper Hutt home inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by One of the building inspectors is incredibly detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306 and we inspect for hundreds of the most common issues starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports for Upper Hutt are comprehensive are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major banks and insurance companies.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and hold industry quality liability insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be okay 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 a thorough inspection of the property as well as offer you with a fair and sincere detailed written building report and photos of any troublesome areas to ensure that the house that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

A 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’ll allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Upper Hutt. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough but easy to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new home. You will be in a better position to negotiate when you are fully in the know to make well-informed property decisions.

Don’t pay too much for a home that’s going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most issues occur and offer professional guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what an house inspection finds it is possible to use a report to help negotiate with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

You’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional friend says it looks good. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a home without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase and you end up with some expensive problems that could be discovered, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the house resulted in a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by a qualified Upper Hutt building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. It ensures house buyers don’t have any nasty shocks and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues and any indications that the property is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas with damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard is known to leak. If the house was constructed in the early 80s it may have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would be to get rid of, and the removal cost.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of solutions that the house receives (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues such as door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

Having an inspection report from your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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