Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Waiwhetu home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by one of the building inspectors is extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly call you to discuss your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. Our specialist building reports for Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and have an industry quality liability insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are conducted by highly-trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the average inspector may well miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope that your new home will be fine we’ll let you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Waiwhetu

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of the property and provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report of the construction and photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the house you are buying is of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Waiwhetu building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections within Waiwhetu. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough yet understandable in an effort to inform you as best as possible regarding your prospective new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate when you are completely informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for the home that is going to give you headaches with future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems happen, and will offer expert advice on how to move forward.

Based on what the results of a home investigation finds it is possible to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

You’ve found a property that looks like it has all the right boxes ticked. The real estate agent reckons it’s sturdy and solid, while your DIY professional acquaintance says it’s good. Do you really have to have it examined?

If you’re purchasing a home without performing a pre inspection prior to purchase, not only could you be left with expensive issues that may not be discovered, but you could severely limit your ability to seek damages in the event that the house resulted in significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report from a certified Waiwhetu building inspector will highlight any flaws the property has, as well as any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This will make sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprises and provides you with an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues or signs that the building is not in good repair or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Thorough Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Each of these could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic piping: Check for them if the house was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages that is caused by this type of pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was constructed in the early 80s , it might have Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken surface.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It may be in roofs, ceilings underneath lino, or fences. If asbestos is found in the location, seek professional assistance on the danger it presents, how it could be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will identify any issues which may need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of all visible components.
• An assessment of the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like door and window penetrations as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a authorisation or consent.

The fact that you have access to your home inspection report available will help you make an informed choice going forward in the project process of completing your purchase.

Waiwhetu Home Inspections Are What We Do

What's Included by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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