Pre Purchase Building Inspections Whitby

Whitby Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

If you are a buyer who has a Whitby house inspection report, you will be certain about the exact property you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from the one our inspectors of buildings is highly precise. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full after-care service at no cost and will be happy to take calls to talk through the findings of your inspection. We are a part of the NZ Standard 4306, 2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. Our expert building reports in Whitby are comprehensive are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully qualified and have industrial standard assurance for indemnity. All inspections before purchase and reports are performed by highly skilled specialists. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new home will be okay, we can help you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price, with the help of our Whitby pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Whitby

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive investigation of your property and offer you with an accurate as well as sincere comprehensive written report including photos of any troublesome areas to give you assurance that the house you purchase will be of the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Whitby building inspector usually will take between one and a half and 2 hours on site. We allow maximum of two hours to conduct our quality pre purchase inspections in Whitby. Followed by a number of additional hours preparing the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand in an effort to inform you as accurately as imaginable regarding your prospective new home. It puts you in a stronger position for negotiation when you are completely in the know to make well-informed decision-making about your property.

Don’t end up over-paying for an home that is going be a source of headaches in the event of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems arise, and we can provide professional guidance on how to proceed.

Based on what a home inspection reveals the home inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report only uncovers minor problems, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are so Vital

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it ticks all the boxes. A real estate agent believes it’s solidly built and your DIY expert friend thinks it’s great. Are you required to check it out?

If you are buying a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection it is possible to be left with expensive issues that may not have been discovered, but you may severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by an certified Whitby building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any potential issues and highlight the areas where you are able to add value. It makes sure that house buyers do not encounter any nasty unexpected costs and offers you the chance to negotiate a lower price.

We inspect the entire building and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We look for structural problems and any indications that the house is in need of repair, issues caused by deferred maintenance like weatherboards becoming rotten because of peeling paint and areas that are damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Each of these could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the house was constructed or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies won’t cover any damages caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your house was built in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used from the late 1980s through the mid 2000s, many "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls typically feature a smooth or undulating surface.

Asbestos building materials: It was widely used from the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fences. If you find asbestos in an address, you should seek out expert advice about the risks it poses, how it can be removed how long it would take to removeit, and the cost of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whitby

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

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A review of the solutions for the building (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings, immediate grounds and site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing in areas of high risk and potential dangers like window and door access points and rooms that are wet (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the standard service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

The fact that you have the house inspection report in hand can help you make an informed decision going into the purchase.

Whitby Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered with a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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