Pre Purchase Building Inspections Wellington

Wellington Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a house with a Wellington home inspection report, you will be certain of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of Our building inspectors is highly precise. There is no stone unturned which makes them an excellent investment indeed.

We provide a complete after-care service at no cost and will gladly take calls to talk through your inspection. We encompass the NZ Standard 4306:2005 and examine for hundreds of the most common issues from the bathroom to the washing line. These specialist building reports in Wellington are detailed are easy to understand and are accepted by all major banks and insurance companies.

The company we work with is fully qualified and carry industrial quality indemnity insurance. Pre-purchase inspections and reports are conducted by highly trained specialists. We are trained to sniff out defects in the construction that the ordinary inspector might overlook!

Don’t be a skeptic and hope the new home will be fine we’ll help you ensure that you’re making best choice at the right price with our Wellington pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Wellington

Peace of Mind

We will carry out an exhaustive examination of your home and provide you with a fair and honest detailed written report of the construction, complete with photographs of any troublesome areas to ensure that the home you are purchasing will be of the quality you expect.

Our thorough inspection by a Wellington building inspector usually takes between one and a half hours, and up to 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre purchase inspections in Wellington. Followed by a number of additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are thorough and yet simple to comprehend to inform you as clearly as imaginable about your possible new property. It puts you in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are completely informed to make informed property decisions.

Do not pay too much for a house which is likely be a source of headaches in the event of the possibility of future problems. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems arise, and we can give you specialist guidance on how to move forward.

Based on the findings of a house investigation finds, you may be able to utilise a report to help negotiate with the seller about price or repair. Even if a report only finds minor issues, you are able to still use it as a road map for the future maintenance.

Why Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Crucial

Congratulations, you’ve discovered an apartment that appears like it’s got everything you want. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to check it out?

If you are buying a house without doing a pre inspection prior to purchase it is imaginable to find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been identified, you could severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages in the event that the home was to be stricken with significant issues.

A pre-purchase building inspection report issued by an certified Wellington building inspector will identify any problems the property has, as well as any future problems and highlight areas that can be improved. It will make sure that home buyers don’t face unpleasant surprise and also gives you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

We check the entire property and find any major flaws as well as any future or urgent maintenance problems and issues that are caused by the gradual degradation. We are looking for structural issues 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 with damp or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Wellington

Warning Signs & Red Flags

Any of the following might be costly to deal with:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was built or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They’re known for leaking. Insurance companies are unlikely to cover damages caused by this pipe if you knew they were there.

Weathersideexterior cladding: This weatherboard is known to leak. If your home was built in the early 80s , it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: Used in the 1980s and into the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically have a smooth, unbroken appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the mid-1940s to mid-1980s. It can be found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fencing. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it presents, how it can be removed the time it would take to remove, and the price of removal.

Buying a Home Or Commercial Building?

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Wellington

Our comprehensive pre purchase inspection will reveal any issues which may need repair.

• A thorough evaluation of the structure and weather-tightness of every visible component.
• An assessment for the solutions for the building (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 such as window and door access points and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the basic services offered.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a permit or consent.

The fact that you have your home inspection report at hand will enable you to make an informed decision when moving forward to complete your purchase.

Wellington Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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