Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Waiwhetu house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from one of the building inspectors is very detailed. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we look for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. We provide specialist building reports in Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to understand and are recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and carry the industry quality assurance for indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly trained experts. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home is safe, we can help you make sure you’re making the right choice, at the right price with the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct a thorough examination of your home in order to provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written report including photos of any areas that are in need of attention to ensure that the home you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Waiwhetu building inspector usually is between one half and two hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are detailed and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better negotiating position by being fully well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for the household that’s going create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We know exactly where common problems occur, and can provide expert guidance on how to proceed.

According to what an house inspection reveals depending on the findings, you might be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered one that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is solidly built and your DIY expert friend says it looks nice. Are you required to get it checked out?

If you’re purchasing a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection it’s possible to end up owning some pretty costly issues that might be identified, but you may severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Waiwhetu building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. It makes sure that home buyers do not encounter unpleasant surprise and gives you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We check the entire property and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the building is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if the house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your home was constructed in the 1980s, it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s and into the mid-2000s many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings in lino under fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert guidance on the risk it poses, the best way it could be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may require urgent attention.

• A thorough assessment of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment for the solutions for the building (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is an integral part of the services offered.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring authorisation or consent.

Having the house inspection report available will help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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