Pre Purchase Building Inspections Alicetown

Alicetown Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Alicetown home inspection report you’ll be sure about the exact property you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A report on a building from one of the building inspectors is extremely thorough. The report is thorough and leaves no stone unturned and they are a smart investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will be happy to take calls to talk through your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306 and we look for hundreds of the most frequent problems, such as the toilet to your washing machine. These specialist building reports in Alicetown are detailed are easy to understand and acknowledged by all major insurance and banking institutions.

We are fully certified and have the industry quality liability insurance. All pre purchase inspections and reports are undertaken by highly qualified specialists. We’re trained to spot out the signs of a building defect that the typical inspector might miss!

Do not just hope the new home will be fine we can assist you to ensure that you’re making right choice, at the right price with our Alicetown pre purchase building inspections.

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A Comprehensive Building & Home Inspection in Alicetown

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We will conduct a thorough investigation of your property and provide you with an accurate and honest comprehensive written report on the building including photos of any areas that are in require of attention for you to be sure that the home you are buying has the standard you expect.

A thorough inspection by an Alicetown building inspector usually is between one half and 2 hours on site. However, we permit a maximum two hours for our standard pre purchase inspections in Alicetown. Then, we spend a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to inform you as best as possible about the potential of your new property. It puts you in a better negotiating position in the event that you are fully aware of your options to make educated choices about property.

Do not pay too much for the house which is likely to give you headaches with potential issues in the future. We’re aware of where the most frequent problems occur, and can provide expert advice on how to move forward.

Depending on what an house inspection finds, you may be able make use of a report in order to aid in negotiations with the seller about price or to make repairs. Even if a report only detects minor issues, you are able to still use it as a guideline to plan future maintenance.

Why Are Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Vital

You’ve found one that looks like it’s got everything you want. A real estate agent believes it’s well-built and your DIY specialist acquaintance says it’s fine. Do you really need to check it out?

If you’re buying a house without performing a pre purchase inspection, not only could you find yourself with some expensive problems that could have been discovered, but you may severely limit the ability to claim damages in the event that the house was to be stricken with an issue of significant importance.

A pre-purchase inspection report by a qualified Alicetown building inspector will reveal any issues the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate points that will add value. It makes sure that house buyers don’t face unpleasant shocks and also gives you the chance to negotiate a lower cost.

We inspect the entire building and look for any serious flaws, future or urgent maintenance issues and problems caused by gradual deterioration. We look for structural problems, any signs that the property is a leaky building, issues caused by deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten due to peeling paint and areas where there is moisture or mould.

Comprehensive Building Inspections Alicetown

Red Flags & Warning Signs

Any of the following could be costly to solve:

Black plastic piping: You should look for them if the home was built or re-plumbed around the late 1970s to early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage that is caused by this type of pipe, when you know they are there.

Weatherside siding: This weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was constructed in the early 80s , it could be equipped with Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the late 1980s through the mid 2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. Walls on the exterior typically are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos building materials: Widely used since the mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It could be found placed on roofs, ceilings, under lino, fencing. If asbestos is found at the location, seek professional advice on what risk it poses, the very best way it can be removed, the time it would require to remove, as well as the removal cost.

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Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Alicetown

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

• A thorough evaluation of the structural integrity and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• An assessment on the services on the premises (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 dangers such as window and door penetrations and wet rooms (bathrooms laundry, baths, etc.) is part of the core service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance related items.
• Recognising additions and alterations post original construction requiring permission or approval.

In the event that you do not have an inspection report from your house inspection report at hand will help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

Alicetown Home Inspections Are What We Do

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

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