Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Waiwhetu home inspection report You will be aware of exactly what you are buying well before putting your offer in.

A building report by one of our building inspectors is incredibly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment indeed.

We offer a complete follow-up service free of charge and will be happy to contact you to discuss the inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and we inspect for hundreds of the most frequent problems, starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. Our professional building reports for Waiwhetu are comprehensive are easy to understand and are accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully certified and have industrial standard insures indemnity. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly skilled specialists. We are trained to sniff out the signs of a building defect that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact you’ll be able to trust that the household is safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price with our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive examination of your home along with offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report that includes photos of any areas that are in need of attention to give you assurance that the home you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection conducted by an Waiwhetu building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. In addition, we’ll spend additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your potential new property. You put yourself in a better position to negotiate by being fully in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for an house that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future issues. We know exactly where common issues occur and give you specialist advice on how to move forward.

According to what you find in a home inspection uncovers depending on the findings, you might be able use the report to assist you in negotiating with the vendor over price or to make repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a guideline for future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

It’s great, you’ve found the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it is well-built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s nice. Are you required to check it out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you end up owning some pretty costly problems that could be discovered, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the home ended up with a significant issue.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an qualified Waiwhetu building inspector will show up any defects the property has, indicate any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. It makes sure that home buyers don’t have unpleasant shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

The property is inspected and determine any major defects, future or urgent maintenance issues , and any problems caused by gradual deterioration. We search for structural issues, any signs that the property is not in good repair or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Take Care to Look Out For

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if your household was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurers are unlikely cover damage caused by this pipe when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard is known to leak. If the household was built in the early 80s it might have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s to the mid-2000s many "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it presents, how it could be removed, the length of time it will take to remove, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas which may need some attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• A review of the solutions to the property (given affordable access).
• A quick survey of out-buildings as well as the immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing areas of high risk and potential issues like window and door penetrations as well as rooms that are wet (bathrooms laundry, bathrooms etc.) is part of the basic service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

Having an inspection report from your house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision when moving into the purchase.

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

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