Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has an Waiwhetu home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report by one of our inspectors of buildings are incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of and they are a smart investment.

We offer a complete follow-up service for free and will gladly make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our expert building reports in Waiwhetu are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by all major insurance companies and banks.

We are completely certified and carry an industry standard indemnity insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained professionals. We’re trained to pick out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just hope that your new household is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right choice, at the right cost, by using the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an in-depth investigation of your property as well as provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report including photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the home you purchase will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by the Waiwhetu building inspector usually will take between one and a half hours and two hours on the site. We allow maximum two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. This is followed by a few additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive yet understandable to inform you as accurately as imaginable about the potential of your new home. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely aware of your options to make educated real estate decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for a home which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We know exactly where common problems happen, and will provide professional advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what the completed jobs of a home inspection uncovers, you may be able to use a report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or repair. Even if the report uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered a property that looks like it meets all the criteria. The real estate agent says it is solidly constructed and your DIY professional friend says it looks fine. Should you really get it checked out?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre purchase inspection and you find yourself with some expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you could severely limit the ability to claim damages if the home ended up with significant problems.

A pre-purchase inspection report prepared by a certified Waiwhetu building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight areas to add value. This assures house buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We examine the entire structure and identify any significant defects and any urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the house is not in good repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

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

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your household was constructed in the 80s, it may have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the 1980s until the mid-2000s Many "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have an unbroken or smooth appearance.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it could be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will highlight any areas that could require some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• A review on the solutions that the home receives (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high-risk and potential problems like door and window penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires the approval of a permit or permission.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report available will enable you to make an informed decision moving into the purchase.

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

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