Pre Purchase Building Inspections Aotea

Aotea Pre Purchase Building Inspection Services

When you buy a home with an Aotea house inspection report You will be aware of what you’re purchasing before putting an offer in.

A building report by the one the building inspectors are incredibly detailed. Every detail is taken care of that makes them a very smart investment indeed.

We provide a full follow-up service for free and will call you to discuss your inspection. We adhere to the NZ Standard 4306:2005 , and we look for hundreds of the common problems such as the toilet to your washing machine. Our expert building reports in Aotea are comprehensive are simple to comprehend and are accepted by the major insurance companies and banks.

The company we work with is fully qualified and carry the industry quality liability insurance. Inspections prior to purchase and reports are carried out by highly skilled experts. We’re trained to pick out any defects in the building that an typical inspector might miss!

Don’t just rely on the fact the new household will be safe we’ll help you determine if you’re making best choice for the right price our Aotea pre purchase building inspections.

Peace of Mind

We will carry out a thorough inspection of your property along with provide you with a fair and honest comprehensive written report on the building, complete with photographs of any problem areas to assure you that the home you are buying can be described as being of the standard you expect.

The thorough inspection performed by an Aotea building inspector usually will take between one and a half, and two hours on the site. However, we permit a maximum of two hours to conduct our standard pre-purchase inspections in Aotea. This is followed by a few additional hours for the preparation of the report.

Our reports are comprehensive and yet simple to comprehend in an effort to provide you with as much information as imaginable about your possible new property. You will be in a stronger position for negotiation by being completely in the know to make well-informed choices about property.

Don’t overpay for a house which is likely create headaches due to future issues. We are aware of the most common places problems arise, and we can offer expert advice on how you can proceed.

Based on what a home inspection uncovers, you may be able make use of a report in order to assist you in negotiating with the seller on price or repairs. Even if the report discovers minor flaws, you are able to still use it as a road map for any future maintenance.

What Are The Reason Pre Purchase Building Inspections Are Important

Congratulations, you’ve discovered the perfect property, and it appears that it meets all the criteria. The agent who is selling it says it’s solidly built and your DIY professional friend believes it’s fine. Do you really have to get it checked?

If you purchase a house without conducting a prior inspection prior to purchase but you could find yourself with some expensive issues that may not be identified, but it could also severely limit your options for claiming damages in the event that the home has significant problems.

A pre-purchase building inspection report by an certified Aotea building inspector will show up any defects the property has, as well as any potential issues and highlight points that will add value. This will ensure that home buyers don’t have any nasty surprise and offers you an opportunity to negotiate lower cost.

We examine the entire structure and look for any serious flaws that could lead to urgent or future maintenance issues or problems caused by the gradual loss of quality. We check for structural issues, any signs that the property has a leaky structure or issues that result from deferred maintenance, such as weatherboards that are rotting because of peeling paint and areas where there is damp or mould.

Red Flags & Warning Signs

The following issues could cost a lot to resolve:

Black plastic piping: Look for them if the household was built or re-plumbed between the late 1970s and the early 1980s. They’re known to leak. Insurance companies will not cover any damage caused by this piping, if you knew they were there.

Weatherside siding: Weatherside weatherboard has been known to leak. If your house was built in the 80s, it could have Weatherside.

The Plaster monolithic style: Used in the 1980s to the mid-2000s A lot of "leaky homes" have this cladding. The exterior walls usually feature a smooth or undulating appearance.

Asbestos products: It was widely used from the the mid-1940s through the mid-1980s. It is often found in roofs, ceilings under lino, fences. If asbestos is discovered in a property, get specialist guidance on the risk it poses, how it can be removed the time it would require to remove, as well as the price of removal.

Pre-Purchase Building & House Inspections Aotea

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

• An in-depth assessment of the structure and weather-tightness of the visible parts.
• A study of the solutions on the premises (given reasonable access).
• A cursory survey of out-buildings immediately surrounding grounds, as well as site drainage.
• Non-invasive moisture testing of areas with high risk and potential dangers like window and door penetrations , as well as wet rooms (bathrooms, laundry etc) is part of the core service provided.
• Identification of items that are maintenance related.
• Recognising additions and modifications post original construction , which requires permit or consent.

A copy of an inspection report from your house inspection report on hand can help you make an informed decision when moving forward in the process of completing your purchase.

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

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