Pre Purchase Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Upper Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a buyer with an Upper Hutt house inspection report you’ll be sure of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report issued by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings is extremely complete. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and We inspect for hundreds the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports for Upper Hutt are detailed are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

It is our policy to be fully certified and have the industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly-trained professionals. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with the help of our Upper Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Upper Hutt

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home along with offer you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction and photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home that you purchase is of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Upper Hutt building inspector usually lasts between one and half, and two hours on the site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Upper Hutt. Then, we spend a few additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new home. You will be in a better negotiating position when you are completely well-informed to make informed real estate decisions.

Do not pay too much for an home that’s going create headaches due to future problems. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can provide professional guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of the results of a house inspection finds it is possible make use of a report in order to help you negotiate with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report detects minor issues, you can still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

You’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY specialist friend believes it’s great. Do you really need to get it checked?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could have been discovered, but you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Upper Hutt building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight points that will add value. This will make sure that house buyers don’t have any nasty surprises and also gives you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We check the entire property and look for any serious flaws and any urgent maintenance issues , and any problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues and any indications that the property has a leaky structure and issues caused by delayed maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard can leak. If the home was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional guidance on the risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed, how long it would take to removeit, and the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that could need remedial attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment of solutions on the premises (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction , which requires permission or approval.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

Upper Hutt Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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