Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Waiwhetu house inspection report and you’ll be assured about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A report on a building from the one Our building inspectors are incredibly complete. There is no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306 and We inspect for hundreds the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports in Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is completely qualified and hold industry standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new house will be safe we’ll help you ensure that you’re making best choice for the right price our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

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An Expert Building & Home Inspection in Waiwhetu

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home and provide you with a fair as well as honest comprehensive written building report, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the house you are purchasing will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Waiwhetu building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours and two hours on site. But, we’ll allow maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. Followed by a number of additional hours in the preparation of the report.

Our reports are precise and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being completely in the know to make well-informed real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a household which is likely cause you to have a headache with potential issues in the future. We are aware of the most common places problems occur, and can offer specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on the findings of a home inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you to use a report to aid in negotiations with the seller over the cost or even repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a roadmap for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s great. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a home without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some costly problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase building inspection report prepared by a certified Waiwhetu building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight areas that can be improved. It will make sure that home buyers do not face any nasty surprise and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems due to gradual decline. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the property is in require of repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting because of peeling paint and areas with damp or mould.

Expert Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic pipe: Check for them if your home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was constructed in the 80s, it might have Weatherside.

Plaster-style monolithic cladding: In the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken surface.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If you find asbestos in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it poses, how it might be removed, the time it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• A study on the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door penetrations and rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic service provided.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post initial construction requires a authorisation or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report in hand can help you make an informed choice going forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Waiwhetu Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Covered in a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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