Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with a Aotea home inspection report and you’ll be assured of what you’re purchasing prior to putting your offer in.

A building report from One of our building inspectors are extremely thorough. Every detail is taken care of, making them a wise investment.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and are happy to make calls to discuss your inspection. We cover the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and examine for hundreds of the common problems including the kitchen sink to washing machine. The professional building reports for Aotea are detailed are easy to understand and accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

It is our policy to be fully qualified and have the industry standard indemnity insurance. All inspections before purchase and reports are carried out by highly qualified professionals. We are trained to sniff out any defects in the building that an average inspector may well miss!

Don’t just depend on the fact that your new home is safe we can assist you to know if you’re making the right decision, and at the right price with the help of our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property as well as offer you with an accurate as well as honest detailed written report of the construction and photos of any problem areas to assure you that the house you are buying will be of the quality you expect.

A thorough inspection by a Aotea building inspector usually lasts between one and half hours and two hours on site. But, we will allow maximum two hours for our standard pre-purchase inspections in Aotea. This is followed by a few additional hours to prepare the report.

Our reports are precise but easy to comprehend in an effort to inform you as accurately as possible about your potential new property. You will be in a better position to negotiate in the event that you are fully informed to make informed choices about property.

Don’t pay too much for the house which is likely create headaches due to the possibility of future problems. We can pinpoint the areas where most problems happen, and will offer professional advice on how to proceed.

Based on what a house investigation finds, you may be able to use a report to help negotiate with the seller on price or even repairs. Even if the report finds minor issues, you can still use it as a reference to plan future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Excellent, you’ve found one that looks like it ticks all the boxes. The real estate agent says it’s solidly constructed and your DIY expert acquaintance says it’s nice. Are you required to have it examined?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior purchase inspection, not only could you be left with expensive problems that could have been identified, it could also severely limit the possibility of pursuing damages if the house ended up with significant issues.

A pre purchase building inspection report by an qualified Aotea building inspector will identify any problems the property is suffering from, and will also highlight any future problems , and indicate the areas where you are able to add value. It ensures house buyers don’t face any nasty unexpected costs and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower price.

The property is inspected and identify any significant defects, future or urgent maintenance issues or problems due to gradual decline. We search for structural issues and any indications that the building has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance such as weatherboards turning rotten because of peeling paint, and areas where there is damp or mould.

Warnings & Red Flags

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if your house was constructed or re-plumbed in the late 1970s or early 1980s. They have been known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this pipe, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your home was built in the 1980s, it could have Weatherside.

Monolithic Plaster cladding: It was popular from the 1980s until the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky houses" have this cladding. Exterior walls generally are smooth or unbroken finish.

Asbestos construction: Used widely from mid-1940s until the mid-1980s. It is often found installed on roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is found at a property, get specialist assistance on the danger it poses, the best way it can be removed how long it will take to removeit, and the cost for removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

Our detailed pre-purchase inspection will highlight any areas that might require remedial attention.

• A thorough examination of the structure and weather-tightness the visible parts.
• An assessment on the services for the building (given affordable access).
• A brief survey of out-buildings along with the immediate site and grounds drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing for areas with high risk and potential issues such as window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is an integral part of the service we offer.
• Identification of maintenance-related items.
• Recognising additions and modifications post construction that was originally constructed, requiring a the approval of a permit or permission.

The fact that you have an inspection report from your home inspection report available can help you make an informed decision when moving ahead to finish your purchase.

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

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