Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waitangirua

Waitangirua Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Waitangirua house inspection report you’ll be sure of exactly what you are buying before you put your offer in.

A building report by one of our inspectors of buildings is highly precise. There is no stone unturned, making them a wise investment.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The professional building reports in Waitangirua are detailed are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

We are fully certified and have the industry standard insures indemnity. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly trained experts. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope you’ll be able to trust that the household will be safe we’ll let you make sure you’re making the right decision for the right price the help of our Waitangirua pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an in-depth investigation of your property along with provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written building report including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Waitangirua building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Waitangirua. Followed by a number of additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are detailed yet understandable in an effort to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate when you are fully aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t overpay for an house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common issues occur and give you specialist tips on how to move forward.

Depending on what a home investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or repairs. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s fine. Should you really get it checked?

If you’re purchasing a house without doing a pre purchase inspection but you could end up owning some pretty expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but it could also severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Waitangirua building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify the areas where you are able to add value. This ensures house buyers don’t face any nasty shocks and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

The property is inspected and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues, any signs that the house is in require of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If the household was built in the 1980s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos products: The use of asbestos was widespread from the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If you find asbestos in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the very best way it can be removed the length of time it will require to remove, as well as the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waitangirua

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that could need urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment for the services that the house 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 potential problems like door and window penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

Having the home inspection report available can help you make an informed choice going forward to complete your purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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