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 issued by an inspector of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly complete. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We provide a complete check-up free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These expert building reports in Waitangirua are detailed are easy to comprehend and are recognised by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and hold an industry quality assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly qualified professionals. We’ve been trained to point out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next household will be okay we can assist you to determine if you’re making best choice for the right price our Waitangirua pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth inspection of your property along with offer you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any areas that are in require of attention to ensure that the home you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by the Waitangirua building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections inside Waitangirua. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed, yet easy to understand to inform you as accurately as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are fully well-informed to make informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t pay too much for a house that’s likely to give you headaches with future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can give you expert advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what a home inspection reveals it is possible to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a roadmap to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

You’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks fine. Do you really have to get it checked out?

If you purchase a house without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the home was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by a qualified Waitangirua building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future issues, and identify areas to add value. This ensures house buyers do not face unpleasant unexpected costs and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We look for structural problems or any indication that the building is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

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Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: It was popular from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth finish.

Asbestos construction: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, the best way it can be removed, how long it would take to remove, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waitangirua

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues that might need repair.

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

The fact that you have your house inspection report in hand will help you make an informed decision moving ahead to finish your purchase.

Waitangirua Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Included in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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