Pre Purchase Building Inspections Waiwhetu

Waiwhetu Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Waiwhetu house inspection report you’ll be sure that you know exactly what you’re buying before you put your offer in.

A building report issued by the one our building inspectors are incredibly precise. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full follow-up service free of charge and will gladly call you to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we inspect for hundreds of typical issues, such as the toilet to your washing machine. The professional building reports for Waiwhetu are comprehensive are easy to understand and recognised by all major insurance and banking institutions.

Our company is fully qualified and hold the industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are performed by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Do not just hope for the best. If your next house will be fine, we can help you know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Waiwhetu pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Waiwhetu

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an extensive examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate and sincere detailed written report on the building that includes photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you are purchasing can be described as being of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Waiwhetu building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Waiwhetu. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your possible new home. You are in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely well-informed to make informed property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the house that’s likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will provide specialist tips on how to move forward.

According to what an home inspection uncovers it is possible make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the vendor over price or even repairs. Even if the report detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a reference for future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

It’s great, you’ve found an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent reckons it’s well-built and your DIY specialist friend says it looks good. Should you really have it examined?

If you are buying a home without conducting a pre purchase inspection but you could be left with costly issues that might be identified, but you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with a significant issue.

A pre-purchase inspection report issued by an qualified Waiwhetu building inspector will reveal any issues the property has, as well as any future issues, and identify areas to add value. It makes sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and determine any major defects as well as any future or urgent maintenance issues or problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We look for structural problems and any indications that the building has a leaky structure or has issues due to delayed maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

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Warnings & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed from the late 1970s until the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: The weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your house was constructed in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: In the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally feature a smooth or undulating finish.

Asbestos construction: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist advice on what risk it poses, how it can be removed, the length of time it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Waiwhetu

Our comprehensive pre-purchase inspection will reveal any issues that may require urgent attention.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review for the services for the building (given reasonable access).
• A brief overview of outbuildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potentially hazard like door and window access points and wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance items.
• Recognising alterations and additions post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

A copy of access to your house inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed choice going ahead to finish your purchase.

Waiwhetu Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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