Pre Purchase Building Inspections Upper Hutt

Upper Hutt Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Upper Hutt house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report issued by one of our inspectors of buildings is highly complete. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and will gladly take calls to talk through your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. The expert building reports for Upper Hutt are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely certified and carry the industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just hope that your new house will be okay we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision at the right price, with the help of our Upper Hutt pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Upper Hutt

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an exhaustive inspection of your property and provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report that includes photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home you are buying can be described as being of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by the Upper Hutt building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections inside Upper Hutt. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a household which is likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems happen, and will give you professional guidance on how to move forward.

According to what an house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to help negotiate with the seller on price or repairs. Even if a report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap for future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Excellent, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it is well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you are buying a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with costly issues that might have been discovered, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with an issue of significant importance.

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 future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It ensures house buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems and any indications that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the household 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 when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: The weatherboard has been known to leak. If the household was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in the location, seek professional advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed, the time it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Upper Hutt

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

• A thorough examination of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A review for the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potentially hazard such as door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

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

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What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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