Pre Purchase Building Inspections Whitby

Whitby Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

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

A building report issued by an inspector of Our building inspectors is very thorough. No stone is left unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a full follow-up service for free and are happy to contact you to discuss your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most frequent problems, from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports for Whitby are comprehensive are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are fully qualified and carry the industry standard insures indemnity. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are undertaken by highly qualified professionals. We’re trained to spot out any defects in the building that an average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope for the very best. If your next home is safe we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right decision at the right price, with our Whitby pre purchase building inspections.

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Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough examination of your home along with provide you with an accurate as well as sincere detailed written report and photos of any problem areas to give you assurance that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

Our thorough inspection by an Whitby building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to two hours on the site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre-purchase inspections within Whitby. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are thorough, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as best as possible about your possible new property. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely aware of your options to make educated property decisions.

Don’t end up over-paying for the household that’s going cause you to have a headache with future issues. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems occur, and can provide specialist guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what an home investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to help you negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you can still use it as a road map for future maintenance.

The Reason Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent reckons it is sturdy and solid, while your DIY expert friend believes it’s nice. Are you required to get it checked?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection it is imaginable to end up with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you may be severely limiting the ability to claim damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant problems.

A pre purchase building inspection report prepared by an certified Whitby building inspector will reveal any issues that the property may have, highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. This ensures home buyers do not encounter any nasty surprise and offers you the chance to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems that are caused by the gradual degradation. We check for structural issues or any indication that the house is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten due to peeling paint or areas where there is damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following could be expensive to sort out:

Black plastic pipe: You should look for them if your household was constructed or rebuilt between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They are known to leak. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe in the event that you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: Weatherside weatherboard can leak. If your home was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used from the 1980s to the mid-2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have an unbroken or smooth surface.

Asbestos building materials: The use of asbestos was widespread from around the mid-1940s up to the mid-1980s. It could be found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the property, seek expert guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed, how long it will take to remove, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whitby

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will identify any issues that may require repair.

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness every visible component.
• An assessment on the solutions to the property (given reasonable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising alterations and additions post original construction requiring permit or consent.

In the event that you do not have access to your home inspection report available will help you make an informed choice going into the purchase.

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

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