Pre Purchase Building Inspections Whitby

Whitby Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

As a purchaser with an Whitby house inspection report You will be aware that you know exactly what you’re buying well before putting your offer in.

A report on a building from One of our inspectors of buildings is very thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned, making them a wise investment indeed.

We offer a complete after-care service at no cost and are happy to make calls to discuss the findings of your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the common problems starting from your bathroom all the way to the laundry line. The specialist building reports for Whitby are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

We are completely certified and carry industrial standard indemnity insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’ve been trained to point out building defects that the average inspector could miss!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope you’ll be able to trust that the home is safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making right decision at the right cost, by using our Whitby pre purchase building inspections.

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An Extensive Building & Home Inspection in Whitby

Peace of Mind

We will conduct an extensive inspection of your property as well as offer you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report and photos of any troublesome areas for you to be sure that the home that you purchase is of the quality you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by a Whitby building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and 2 hours on site. However, we allow a maximum of two hours for our quality pre purchase inspections in Whitby. Then, we spend a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive, yet easy to understand to inform you as best as imaginable about your possible new home. You put yourself in a stronger position for negotiation in the event that you are completely well-informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for a house that’s going to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will give you expert guidance on how to move forward.

Depending on what you find in a house inspection uncovers the house inspector may allow you to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repairs. Even if a report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

It’s great, you’ve found a property that looks like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY specialist friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to check it out?

If you purchase a home without doing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive problems that could be identified, but you could severely limit your options for claiming damages if the home has significant issues.

A pre purchase inspection report prepared by a qualified Whitby building inspector will show up any defects the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future issues, and identify areas that can be improved. This makes sure that house buyers do not encounter any nasty shocks and offers you the opportunity to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and find any major flaws, future or urgent maintenance problems and issues due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues or any indication that the house is a leaky building or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards rotting due to peeling paint or areas that are damp or mould.

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Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was constructed or rebuilt in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard is known for its leaks. If your household was built in the early 80s it could be equipped with Weatherside.

Cladding made of Plaster: Used from the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually have a smooth, unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: Widely used since the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It may be on ceilings, roofs, under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it presents, how it can be removed the length of time it will be to get rid of, and the cost of removal.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Whitby

Our detailed pre purchase inspection will pinpoint any areas which may need urgent attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study for the services on the premises (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential issues like door and window penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, etc.) is an integral part of the service offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising changes and additions to the construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permission or approval.

A copy of an inspection report from your home inspection report in hand will enable you to make an informed decision moving forward to complete your purchase.

Whitby Home Inspections Are What We Do

What Is Covered by a Pre-Purchase Building Inspection?

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